You can explore hundreds of locations along the trail including vistas, trailhead parking, overnight shelters, a. Appalachian trail thruhikers companion 2020 official maps by the discounted bundlewhole trail. New appalachian trail statistics, maps, guidebooks, and more. There are two halves to every appalachian trail experience. This resource is designed to help you understand everything you need to know about thruhiking the appalachian trail. Community, environment, and belief, susan power bratton addresses the spiritual dimensions of hiking the appalachian trail at. Reservations can be made through reserve america at 1. Download at gps shelter waypoints in gpx fileformat rightclick. Welcome to the fourteenth edition of the appalachian trail thru hikers companion. Encompassing thousands of journal entries and photographs from the appalachian trail to the pacific crest trail, ongoing hikes to excursions from the 1990s trail journals chronicles millions of miles of hiking on 100plus long distance trails thousands of hikers. Due to the safety concerns and closures caused by the covid19 outbreak, the atc has revised its policy for recognizing the 2020 class of a. The trail spreads between mount katahdin, maine and springer mountain, georgia. New appalachian trail statistics, maps, guidebooks, and. The amc operates eight backcountry huts which provide dinner, lodging, and breakfast during the summer and early fall season.
Home appalachian trail at continental divide trail cdt pacific crest trail pct. Planning food and meals for a thruhike appalachian trail. It is a free online version of the popular hikers guide to the appalachian trail, appalachian trail. Data n1,879 were collected from hikers along the entire length of the appalachian trail, a linear hiking trail stretching from georgia to maine in the u. Completing the entire 2,190 miles of the appalachian trail a. Appalachian trail data book section 1 springer mtn. Trailmaintaining clubs are listed throughout the book. He also is the editor of the appalachian trail guide to new yorknew jersey and chair of the publications committee of the nynj trail conference. Use bear lockers at shelters that provide them and a canister where its use is mandated. Appalachian trail data book 2020 the bible for serious at hikers.
Appalachian trail thru hikers companion 2020 official maps by the discounted bundlewhole trail. This source book is a compilation of data from a comprehensive user survey conducted on the appalachian national scenic trail a. Appalachian trail data book 2020 appalachian trail. Sgt rocks 2008 appalachian trail journal appalachian trail map pdf since most people reading this will know a great deal about the appalachian trail. As we continue down the rabbithole of the technological age, guide books are. While you dont need to carry paper maps anymore to follow the trail, its useful to carry information about the location of road intersections, town resupply options, shuttle drivers, and offtrail lodging. Appalachian trail thruhikers companion 201940% off. Lessons learned from an appalachian trail long distance hiker springboro public library. However, thruhikers may apply for a special appalachian trail thruhiker backcountry permit. Download full at gps trail track in gpx fileformat rightclick saveas gps. We release an new guidebook each and every year to ensure you have the most up to date guidebook possible.
The book reached atcs warehouse and harpers ferry visitor center yesterday. Appalachian long distance hikers association publisher. A typical thru hiker takes 5 to 7 months to hike the entire a. Sources differ on endtoend mileage, but the appalachian trail conservancy atc, the grassroots organization that manages the trail, lists the total as about 2,180 miles. Appalachian trail guidebook downloadable pdf produced by the. For the first time, the book has elevation profiles. Wall maps print out your favorite trail to 6 feet high. Although oft en a thru hiker will leave an additional one, the offi cial shelter registers are the. Thru hikers companion has been published by atc, data gathered by aldha.
The appalachian trail databook for thruhikers and section hikers is here is the home of the databook, a development to create a web based online database of information for appalachian trail and other hikers. Daniel chazin, an attorney and longtime volunteereditor with the new yorknew jersey trail conference, has been the editor of the annual a. The appalachian trail thruhikers companion is the only official atc guidebook for thruhikers, sectionhikers and dayhikers on the appalachian trail. The appalachian trail, commonly known by backpackers as the a. To qualify for this permit hikers must start and end their hike 50 miles outside of the parks borders and must only travel along the a.
At the same time, the 27th edition of the appalachian trail thruhikers companion presents them from georgia to maine, along with townservices information, town maps, and all sorts of other details important to a. For many years the best guidebook for thru hikers was wingfoots the thru. Postholer forum source for trail and site information or just talk about your favorite trail. The best defense against bears in camp is preparing and storing food properly. But maybe you hiked the trail in 2016, 2017, 2018, or 2019 and would like a momento of your hike. Or, perhaps you would like to do some light planning while waiting on your preordered guidebook.
Rediscovering america on the appalachian trail official guides to the appalachian trail ford ranger pickups 1993 thru 2011. Mar 08, 2012 2012 appalachian trail data book and 2012 thruhikers companion updated every year, these two references are once again fresh for the planning. Thruhiker of 1980 weaves history, maintainers perspectives, accounts of several dozen thruhikers wellknown and obscure, and the hows of walking the a. Trail maintaining clubs are listed throughout the book. The surround ing area and additional side trails are also included. Appalachian trail data book 1993 appalachian trail data book. Appalachian trail data book, distances, elevation profiles, climate, resupply and more.
If you dont want to use a canister for the whole trail. Pdf download appalachian trail thruhikers companion. The appalachian trail data book and the appalachian trail thru hikers companion both include listings of directions and distances needed to go from roads crossing the at to groceries, supplies, lodging, restaurants and post offices. Flora and fauna information embedded directly into trail data where you may be encountering it. Vision and resiliency appalachian trail conservancy. Appalachian trail thruhikers companion 2019 by appalachian long distance. Every year, businesses close or emerge, fees change, town maps need revision, shelters are. The appalachian trail is the longest hikingonly footpath in the world, ranging from maine to georgia. Those who are familiar with the appalachian trail sense intuitively that a journey along its length kindles spiritual awakening.
Youll see both used on trail by a few people, but one unofficial guidebook is farand. Given the countless number of howto books and websites offering information about logistics, gear, and endurance training, one would think that more people would finish this 2,200 mile trek. Trail journals unites hiking journal writers and the family, friends, and hikers who follow them. Each map is focused on the appalachian trail and overlaps with the neighboring maps, ideal for longdistance hikes and planning. The appalachian trail conservancy even offers a couple of popular options on their website, including appalachian trail data book and appalachian trail thru hikers companion. Each map is focused on the appalachian trail and overlaps with the neighboring maps. These are highquality, detailed elevation profiles, similar to the ones found on the official a. Complete set of appalachian trail guide books and maps. Before you buy any books, download this guide as it answers many questions. Trail and town guides to use while hiking the appalachian trail. It is an arduous but rewarding journey that will lead you across 14 different states. Appalachian trail backpacking packing list rei coop journal. What its like for 2020 thruhikers canceling their plans because of covid19 mar 19th.
Equipmentmakers tollfree numbers, post office hours, much more included. Appalachian trail thru hikers companion 2019 paperback december 21, 2018. Maps the official appalachian trail maps are essential hiking materials for both thru and section hikers. Thruhikers companion has been published by atc, data gathered by aldha. This effort was led by researchers from the university of vermont in partnership with the pennsylvania state university. After deciding when and where to begin and then registering your thru hike, you. A comprehensive guide to plan and prepare for a successful thruhike is free on amazon kindle for the next few days. How to hike the appalachian trail for beginners thinking about thruhiking the at.
The forums on whiteblaze will help answer specific questions or how to hike the appalachian trail. Thru hikers companion 2020 maps, mileages, and services along the trail condensed from the individual guide books for each state to make highlevel planning more affordable. Thruhiking the appalachian trail is one of the most adventurous things you can do in the u. Here you will find information regarding the trail and the culture that surrounds it, gear talk, thruhike preparation, hiking strategies, social etiquette, and much, much more. The appalachian trail conservancy even offers a couple of popular options on their website, including appalachian trail data book and appalachian trail thruhikers companion. Whiteblaze pages is designed for easy use by all variety of hikers. Thruhikers companion 2020 maps, mileages, and services along the trail condensed from the individual guide books for each state to make highlevel planning more affordable.
Look over the online version, and use it as a quick reference. The appalachian trail, given its everincreasing popularity over the past weeks, is no longer a viable space to practice. A typical thruhiker takes 5 to 7 months to hike the entire a. Appalachian trail thru hikers companion 201940% off. Hikers often comment on how their experience as thruhikers changes them spiritually forever, but this is the first study to evaluate these religious or quasireligious claims. Each year, it is estimated that more than 2,000 people set out to thru hike the appalachian trail, yet seven in ten ultimately fall short of their goal. Best appalachian trail books meet your next favorite book. Read download the appalachian trail pdf pdf download. While you dont need to carry paper maps anymore to follow the trail, its useful to carry information about the location of road intersections, town resupply options, shuttle drivers, and off trail lodging.
Appalachian trail thruhikers companion, the official guidebook of the appalachian trail. Appalachian trail shuttle providers listing and corresponding map. Compared to trails in higher elevation mountain ranges, many falsely assume the at to be relatively flat. Funding for the survey was provided by the appalachian trail park office of the national park service and the. It contains a mountains worth of information and data on shelters, water sources, town services and other hiker oriented facilities along the 2,192. Its aim is to assist you in determining your location and surrounding features, and to locate nearby resupply options and other needed services. This book put out by the appalachian long distance hikers assoc has a team of many volunteer field editors who compile and update the information for the appalachian trail. The simple answer is that the appalachian trail and the community that surrounds this famous footpath is a continuous work in progress. Each year, it is estimated that more than 2,000 people set out to thruhike the appalachian trail, yet seven in ten ultimately fall short of their goal. Usually, it takes people around 6 months to finish it. Mileages, landmarks, facilities, resupply data, and essential trail information for the entire pacific crest trail, from mexico to canada voices from the appalachian coalfields appalachian writing. At thru hikers staying at amc facilities are offered amc member rates.
The printable appalachian trail maps and segment guides are provided below as a free community service by trailsource. The number of times an at thruhiker would climb up mount everest. Sending healthy thoughts to all of you, our valued customers and hiking community. Sep 11, 2017 the appalachian trail databook for thru hikers and section hikers is here is the home of the databook, a development to create a web based online database of information for appalachian trail and other hikers. Thus, while study data are designed to be representative of thru hikers, thru hikers do not. Reflections of an appalachian trail hiker the appalachian trail covers 2,180 miles, passing through. The appalachian trail is a registered national scenic trail. The appalachian mountain club amc was founded in 1876, and we promote the protection, enjoyment, and understanding of the mountains, forests. Whiteblaze pages is designed for thru hikers, long distance hikers, and section hikers on the appalachian trail. But since i am planning to add the benton mackaye trail as a portion of my thruhike, i thought that this could be a good time to introduce the. Thru hiker of 1980 weaves history, maintainers perspectives, accounts of several dozen thru hikers wellknown and obscure, and the hows of walking the a. Working lives appalachian trail thru hikers companion 2016 national geographic appalachian trail springer mountain to. The appalachian trail data book and the appalachian trail thruhikers companion both include listings of directions and distances needed to go from roads crossing the at to groceries, supplies, lodging, restaurants and post offices. You may use the addresses provided to contact the clubs with any comments, suggestions, or feedback.
Pdf download appalachian trail thruhikers companion2010 appalachian long distance hikers. Most thru hikers finish the appalachian trail in five to seven months, although record holders have completed it in under two. In fact, over the course of the appalachian trails 2,189 miles, thruhikers gain and lose over 464,464 ft. Provides tables of distances along the trail between landmarks, shelters, and roads. Use the interactive map below to explore the trail, find shelters, locate parking and more. The guide is also available in pdf form, so carrying the digital copy is an option. However, i suggest buying the actual book if hitting the trail. Though grizzlies are not found here, the average thru hiker is likely to encounter a black bear at some point. Products a handbook for hiking the appalachian trail. Here are just a few new features in the book this year for 2020.
For many years the best guidebook for thruhikers was wingfoots the thru hikers handbook. How to hike the appalachian trail the definitive guide. The appalachian trail databook for thru hikers and section hikers is here is the home of the databook, a development to create a web based online database of information for appalachian trail and other hikers. Youll see both used on trail by a few people, but one unofficial guidebook is farandaway the most popular, awols famous the at guide. I discovered backpacking and this wonderful hiking community on the florida trail in 2015 and havent looked back since. There are a number of guide books available for at hikers, which can be used both for planning and realtime hiking information. Each year, thousands of hikers attempt a thru hike.
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