For some, reaching Maine's Mt. Katahdin is the end of a life-altering 2,100-mile pilgrimage. For others it's a lark. We captured the extremes, and a little bit of everything in between, one day atop Maine's "greatest mountain."
The Dartmouth Outing Club targets an Appalachian Trail hiking record.
Follow this BACKPACKER reader's tip to get the most out of your candles on the trail.
Our comprehensive guide to the best backpacking you can find in Maine.
Register for our 24-hour thru-hike AT in a Day on August 20, 2016 and be part of something huge.
Our comprehensive guide to the best backpacking you can find in Vermont.
Our comprehensive guide to the best backpacking you can find in Maryland.
Our comprehensive guide to the best backpacking you can find in Pennsylvania.
Our comprehensive guide to the best backpacking you can find in Massachusetts.
