Appalachian trail map collection boxed set national geographic trails illustrated map national geographic maps trails illustrated on. Appalachian trail, springer mountain to davenport gap. The appalachian trail, commonly known by backpackers as the a. The patc has enhanced the midatlantic outdoor experience since 1927. This interactive map of the georgia at is hosted on the caltopo website. It is an arduous but rewarding journey that will lead you across 14 different states. There are two halves to every appalachian trail experience. Hiking the appalachian trail backpacker backpacker. The appalachian trail conservancy is headquartered here and will take your photograph to be placed in the hiker archives. Rediscovering america on the appalachian trail bill bryson. The appalachian national scenic trail, generally known as the appalachian trail or simply the a. A comprehensive guide to plan and prepare for a successful thruhike. But maybe you hiked the trail in 2016, 2017, 2018, or 2019 and would like a momento of your hike. Source for trail and site information or just talk about your favorite trail.
Online shopping from a great selection at books store. As always, i welcome this transition, but each time i do so with a small dose of seemingly incurable apprehension. You can explore hundreds of locations along the trail including vistas, trailhead parking, overnight shelters, a. It maps and lists thousands of important hiker waypoints on the at and hundreds for the long trail such as water sources, shelters, tenting sites, road crossings, resupply locations, and many others. Click on any map segment to view it full size welcome. Publishes the complete guidebook and map set of the appalachian trail and many other. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these at no cost to you.
Use the interactive map below to explore the trail, find shelters, locate parking and more. The trail continues southwest to monson, eventually crossing the kennebec river, at about the maine halfway point. Here you will be able to spatially explore and discover a wealth of information about the appalachian trail. The appalachian trail is perhaps the most well known of all of the national scenic trails in the united states. Conceived in 1921, built by private citizens, and completed in 1937, today the trail is managed by the national park service, us forest service, appalachian trail conservancy. After more than 20 years, this page continues to provide one of the most easily accessed at maps on the web.
Appalachian trail wall map in gift box wall map 18 x 48 inches national geographic reference map. Stupell industries appalachian trail maine to georgia green illustrated scenic map poster xxl framed giclee texturized art, 24 x 1. Hiking the appalachian trail expert guide 2019 mountain iq. Appalachian trail thruhikers companion 201940% off. The appalachian trail pocket map series is a complete and concise set of topographic maps created with digitized base maps covering every step of the 2,180 mile trail from georgia to maine these are not 40 year old scanned usgs topo maps. Appalachian trail map collection boxed set national. How to hike the appalachian trail the definitive guide. The trail spreads between mount katahdin, maine and springer mountain, georgia. Appalachian mountain club, pinkham notch visitor center. Feb 09, 2020 thruhiking the appalachian trail is one of the most adventurous things you can do in the u. Appalachian trail thruhikers companion 2020 official maps by the discounted bundlewhole trail.
The new appalachian trail more than a quarter century ago ed garvey drew public attention to the wonders and precariousness of the appalachian trail with his much publicized thruhike, so memorably documented in his appalachian hiker books. Usually, it takes people around 6 months to finish it. An easytouse elevation profile shows the distance to the next campsite or shelter, side trails, and water sources. In the future we plan to incorporate more data on other unique places of interest. September 27, 2019 best hikes in nj, north nj appalachian trail, sussex. Arguably one of the most wellknown books about the appalachian trail, a walk in the woods follows author bill bryson on his very poor but humorous attempt to complete a thru hike. Since 1889, the appalachian mountain club has published the most trusted guidebooks on hiking, biking, paddling, and exploring the mountains, rivers, trails, and seacoasts of the northeast and midatlantic. The printable appalachian trail maps and segment guides are provided below as a free community service by trailsource.
Amc books are written and fieldchecked by outdoor experts who love the landscape and are passionately committed to sharing their knowledge. We regret we are unable to process orders online for our canadian customers. Appalachian trail trails illustrated maps trail maps. Thruhiking the appalachian trail is one of the most adventurous things you can do in the u.
Check out nearly 100 different books and guides written about the appalachian trail. Please call 18002624455 for assistance with your order. Extending along the crest of the appalachian mountains, this famous trail passes through some of the most scenic landscapes of the eastern united states, including six. Here you will find all of the information you need to plan for a hike on the appalachian trail, whether youre going for a weekend or hiking the entire trail. A 2,160mile expedition for charity on the appalachian trail. Trails info 6034662725 or hut reservations 6034662727. Many mountains later, and after passing through the famed mahoosuc and grafton notches, the trail enters new hampshire. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Appalachian trail data book 2019 by daniel chazin dec 1, 2018.
Hundreds of complete gear lists by those that walked the walk. The twelfth 2012 edition of the guidebook, published by the keystone trails association, includes detailed trail descriptions with tables of distances for all 229. Offers hiking and trail information, plus books and maps for sale. Explore by state wild east appalachian trail conservancy. A great map for reference, tripplanning, keeping track of hikers, or decoration. Appalachian trail, springer mountain to davenport gap georgia, north carolina, tennessee national geographic topographic map guide 1501. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Packaged in a resealable plastic bag, these guides allow you to choose whether to take a guide book or maps, or both, on the trail maps being an essential safety tool. Currently you can find locations and information on at shelters, parking areas, hostels, outfitters, and the white mountains hut system. 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. The northern terminus of the appalachian trail is katahdin, 5,267 ft. Each map is focused on the appalachian trail and overlaps with the neighboring maps. A plan for sectionhiking the at, without giving up your day job. The appalachian trail conservancys mission is to preserve and manage the appalachian trail ensuring that its vast natural beauty and priceless cultural heritage can be shared and enjoyed today, tomorrow, and for centuries to come.
The trail stretches for 2,190 miles through 14 states and takes approximately 5 to 7 months to hike in its entirety. The appalachian trail is the longest hikingonly footpath in the world, ranging from maine to georgia. The national park services pdf version of the same strip map shown here, served from their own site. Hiking the appalachian trail one section at a time. If you need help determining which guide set or map covers the area you want to visit, check out this handy pdf guide to the atcs official a. 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. It is based on arcgis so you can zoom, scroll, and swap layers to see several kinds of markers. Welcome to the the trek appalachian trail interactive map. Or, perhaps you would like to do some light planning while waiting on your preordered guidebook.
We release an new guidebook each and every year to ensure you have the most up to date guidebook possible. The trail is about 2,200 miles 3,500 km long, though the exact length changes over time as parts are rerouted or modified. The trail is about 2,200 miles 3,500 km long, though the exact length changes over time as parts are rerouted. Appalachian trail, springer mountain to davenport gap georgia, north carolina, tennessee national geographic topographic map guide 1501 national geographic maps trails illustrated on. Complete set of appalachian trail guide books and maps. The 10 best appalachian trail books for hikers section. The surrounding area and additional side trails are also included. Georgia appalachian trail profile these pages are also in pdf format and are intended to provide a representation of the trail elevation changes in georgia in diagram format. These books document decades worth of thousands of hikers. Appalachian trail pocket maps southern states volume 1. Top quality, great selection and expert advice you can trust. Appalachian trail map collection boxed set national geographic trails illustrated map. Appalachian mountain club, 10 city square, boston, ma 02129. Google maps is mapping hiking trails with a 50 pound backpack.
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