Appalachian Trail

The Appalachian Trail is a roughly 2050 mi trail that starts in Springer Mountain, Georgia and ends in Mount Katahdin in Maine. The trail is extremely challenging owing to its length, and the remoteness and unforgivingness of the trail at times, particularly in the northern sections of the trail. Expect the hike to take at least 5 to 7 months (FKT being 41 days 7 hours and 39 minutes!).Most successful thru-hikes starting in spring in Georgia with the vast majority hiking NOBO (Northbound). SOBO (Southbound) hikers starting in Maine will begin their hike generally in June/July, but your statistical chances of finishing are much lower. SOBO you will be starting at the toughest part of the trail before you have fully developed your trail legs, and you will also be stuck in insect hell at times.For anyone that sets off, you are truly in for one of the most unique experiences on the planet. The only thing you can say for sure is that you won't be the same person as when you started, and to those, that complete the thru-hike, you truly deserve our adoration for the immensity of the challenge you have completed. PLEASE, send us a pic atop Katahdin to paul@hiiker.co!