Set your sights on an epic traverse – the Appalachian Trail (AT). One of the world’s most famous long-distance hikes, the Appalachian Trail stretches for nearly 2200 miles from Georgia to Maine, passing through every state in New England except for Rhode Island. Even if you have limited time, you can still enjoy some marvelous day (or overnight) hikes along this legendary trail. But before you go, brush up on some essential tips for hiking the Appalachian Trail.
This massive trail has unique features and a special culture that has built up around it. Before you hike the Appalachian Trail, read up on trail conditions and advice from people who have successfully completed the trek. Read on to discover where to go, when to go to, and the right lingo to use when you get there.
The AT rolls for 52 miles through the northwest of Connecticut, taking you through hardwood forests and a scenic stretch of the Housatonic River. Heading north, the trail travels a north-south corridor in the far west of Massachusetts. This is Berkshires country, and you’ll traverse 3491ft Mt Greylock, the highest point in Massachusetts.
The aptly named Green Mountains make a photogenic setting for a hike – particularly in the fall when the changing leaves provide a spectacular backdrop. The trail through the southern part of the state has fairly gentle elevation gains – making it a good option if you want to avoid the hefty climbs elsewhere.
The Granite State incorporates plenty of challenging ascents into the journey, with more miles above tree line than any other state. Coming from Vermont, the trail crosses the Connecticut River at Hanover – a convenient place to base for a day hike. The trail winds its way northeast, taking you through the dramatic White Mountains. Wind and rain here can create dangerous conditions. Sprinkled throughout the White Mountains, Appalachian Mountain Club huts (outdoors.org) offer bunk beds, dinner and breakfast, though you must book in advance.
If you’re up for the most challenging stretch of the AT, set your sights on Maine. The state has 282 miles of the trail, including what many describe as its hardest single mile: the Mahoosuc Notch, a gorge strewn with boulders requiring tricky scrambles and tight squeezes. Maine is also home to the wildest section of the hike: the 100 Mile Wilderness, a remote stretch of forests, mountains and lakes which runs between Monson and the edge of Baxter State Park.
June through early October is prime hiking season. If you plan to make it to the end of the trail atop Mt Katahdin, get there before October 15, as the peak can be closed thereafter owing to dangerous conditions created by snow and ice.
Stretching across over 2000 miles, the Appalachian
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