Sep 11, 2017 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. Stretching from springer mountain, georgia to mount katahdin, maine, the 2,200mile appalachian trail passes through 14 states, rewarding hikers with astounding scenery over miles and miles of rugged terrain. I also like how it illustrates just how much more difficult the southern and northern ends of. Knowing the limited parking in the area, we decided to take advantage of this service. The book now has the approach trail, including profile, elevations, coordinates, and amicalola falls state park information. Planning an appalachian trail section hike section hikers. This interactive map of the georgia at is hosted on the caltopo website. Rohlands appalachian trail parking access, gps, map information or atparking. An interactive map of the appalachian trail complete with shelters and a statebystate breakdown length, highest elevation and highlights. The appalachian trail in maryland passes several historic sites, offers some of the trail s gentlest terrain, and features several lovely vistas. Printable appalachian trail maps if this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. Appalachian trail 00 87 78 73 72 66 36 38 29 50 24 23 10 9 1 61 55 57 71 83 47 37 davenport gap laurel gap cosby knob tricorner knob pecks corner mount le conte camp. Georgia appalachian trail map this map in pdf format is intended to show the general location of the at in georgia and mileages between access points and shelters.
The appalachian trail, commonly known by backpackers as the a. May 18, 2019 after 16 years in the army and three tours in iraq as a combat engineer, it took the 43yearold veteran years to emerge from a cloud of depression and posttraumatic stress disorder that had kept. In the future we plan to incorporate more data on other unique places of interest. The appalachian trail conservancy explore by state north. The section generally consists of easy terrain with a few moderate, rocky stretches. Currently you can find locations and information on at shelters, parking areas, hostels, outfitters, and the white mountains hut system. We enjoyed taking our time hiking over five days of beautiful views and interesting history. The appalachian trail is a registered national scenic trail. The appalachian trails history, just like its geographical coverage, is long and full of remarkable changes. The organized folders include official trail and waypoint data from the appalachian trail conservancy. Your guide to the appalachian trail in west virginia. Jun 27, 2017 download a trail map pdf map my hike stats.
Hiking the appalachian trail at thruhiking tips backpacker. Products a handbook for hiking the appalachian trail. There are two halves to every appalachian trail experience. 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. Learn more on how to add the natgeo appalachian trail map to gaia gps as you plan your at hike. The appalachian trail travels 52 miles in connecticut. This is a detail map of loft mountain, showing the campground, trails, overlooks, visitor services, and skyline drive. Welcome to the the trek appalachian trail interactive map. The appalachian trail is accessible from hundreds of roadtrail heads strung from georgia to maine.
The national park service has a free map of the appalachian trail at that i have found very helpful. According to the appalachian trail conservancy, the proposal for the hiking trail was first presented in 1921, but the trail was not technically completed until 2014 when a final major stretch was formally acquired and received permanent protection. An easytouse elevation profile shows the distance to the next campsite or shelter, side trails, and water sources. This is a detail map of loft mountain, showing the campground. If you dont want to buy the book, you can also access the latest copy online in pdf. Maps and tracks for the entire appalachian trail gaia gps. The printable appalachian trail maps and segment guides are provided below as a free community service by trailsource. Appalachian trail topographic map guides trail maps.
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 units of the national park system, eight national forests, the blue ridge mountains of the midatlantic states, the glacially carved berkshires, green and white mountains, and. Every year, thousands of thruhikers follow its enormously long, meandering, viewpacked path and dayhikers and weekend backpackers flock to the trail by the millions. Maps the official appalachian trail maps are essential hiking materials for both thru and section hikers. General maps and information concerning regional access can be found on the. Guide, by david miller and weighing in at just 4 grams each, this waterproof, tear resistant, information rich stripmap features an appalachian trail map on one side and elevation profile with altitudes and trail data on the other. Trail r c h m n t r i dia g r a e ga p t crooked arm ridge tr. Your guide to the appalachian trail in west virginia almost. Since the completion of this national scenic trail in 1937, more than 12,000 people have hiked the full length of the trail.
This long trail starts at whiskey springs, on the appalachian trail, in cumberland county, pa and heads east towards the susquehanna river, passing through pinchot state park en route. The trail is about 2,200 miles 3,500 km long, though the exact length changes over time as parts are rerouted. It is based on arcgis so you can zoom, scroll, and swap layers to see several kinds of markers. It gives the illusion of some flat zones in the midatlantic which honestly do exist on certain stretches but not to the degree shown here. Except when its time to fold it up and put it someplace where i can find it again. Georgia appalachian trail profile these pages are also in pdf format and are intended. Download a full dataset of maps and tracks for the appalachian trail on. Available now may 2018, the natgeo appalachian trail premium base map includes detailed topographic information, marked trails, camping areas and shelters, and navigational aids. Click here for interactive maine at map township by township descriptions and photos of the at as well as the arnold trail and entries on myron avery. Appalachian trail americas most popular national scenic trail the appalachian trail a. To view and print more detailed maps, see the interactive map, below.
Each map is focused on the appalachian trail and overlaps with the neighboring maps. Maine new hampshire vermont massachusetts connecticut new york new jersey. The mason dixon trail connects the appalachian trail with the brandywine trail. The colorful map shows an overview of where the trail lies lays. 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 appalachian trail conservancy explore by state. Highway 60 state highway 42 usfs road t rai lsh et parking view appalachian trail side trail 105 c ounty r ad 283 654 a p p r o a c h t r a i h k e i n n t r a i l lake winfield sco t nottely lake 23. Awesome map and elevation profile of the entire trail. Apr 03, 2018 after leaving georgia at bly gap, the appalachian trail climbs and descends through north carolina for 96 miles, then hits the tennessee state line at doe knob mile 174 before spending the next 292 miles crisscrossing between the two states.
The official appalachian trail maps are essential hiking and safety materials for both thru and sectionhikers. After 16 years in the army and three tours in iraq as a combat engineer, it took the 43yearold veteran years to emerge from a cloud of depression. Trail r c h m n t r i dia g r a e ga p t crooked arm ridge tr f i n l e y c n t r 4 1. 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. Nov 18, 2019 at the moment, wikitrail only has information about the appalachian trail, but if this site proves to be useful, then other longdistance trails will be added. At the moment, wikitrail only has information about the appalachian trail, but if this site proves to be useful, then other longdistance trails will be added. Georgia appalachian trail profile these pages are also in pdf format and are intended to provide a. Appalachian trail 00 87 78 73 72 66 36 38 29 50 24 23 10 9 1 61 55 57 71 83 47 37 davenport gap. Maine appalachian trail map and elevation profile elevation profile. Ambitious hikers can definitely cover maryland in less time, but. Most of the at in the state follows the ridges to the west of the housatonic river valley and to the east of the taconic mountains. We paid the fee and completed the form for overnight parking. The national park services pdf version of the same strip map shown here, served from their own site. Interactive at map with mile markers, shelters and parking lots.
Sep 07, 2010 i provides a mile by mile account of all of the shelters, water sources, resupply points and roads crossings on the trail in a liner fashion that i find easy to digest. Use the interactive map below to explore the trail, find shelters, locate parking and more. Download appalachian trail map from national park service. It is approximately 2,184 miles long and is famous for its many hikers and backpackers, some of whom, called thru.
After leaving georgia at bly gap, the appalachian trail climbs and descends through north carolina for 96 miles, then hits the tennessee state line at doe knob mile 174 before spending the next 292 miles crisscrossing between the two states. This 42mile appalachian trail segment traverses the state of maryland starting at penmar park and heading south to harpers ferry. Appalachian trail map interactive statebystate breakdown 101. If you find that something is broken, please be patient.
Click the image to view a full size jpg 30 kb download the pdf 500 kb. Zach davis is an appalachian trail and pacific crest trail thruhiker, author of appalachian trials, coauthor of pacific crest trials, owner and editorinchief at the trek and cohost of backpacker radio, a new podcast for long distance backpackers. Appalachian trail shuttle providers listing and corresponding map. Here you will be able to spatially explore and discover a wealth of information about the appalachian trail. Use the at interactive map to map the at route, locate shelters, get driving directions to trail parking lots, measure distances with the mile markers, and display a localized elevation profile. This is a detail map of lewis mountain, showing the campground, picnic area, cabins, and nearby appalachian trail. Interactive at map with mile markers, shelters and parking. Clingmans dome great smoky mountains national park, tn. The hfnhp allows you to leave a car overnight for up to 14 days. While useful, this map is for general reference purposes only and not intended to replace the more comprehensive and accurate a. Wall maps print out your favorite trail to 6 feet high. Campfires are prohibited along the at in connecticut and camping is allowed only at designated sites. Hiking the appalachian trail the complete guide for. The appalachian national scenic trail, generally known as the appalachian trail or simply the at, is a marked hiking trail in the eastern united states extending between springer mountain in georgia and mount katahdin in maine.
The appalachian trail in maryland passes several historic sites, offers some of the trails gentlest terrain, and features several lovely vistas. The map imagery includes high resolution gps track, topographic maps, accurate road crossings and a birds eye view of. The appalachian trail is the longest hikingonly trail in the world, stretching more than 2,000 miles from georgia to maine. The surrounding area for about three miles and additional side trails are also included. Its fun seeing the elevation profile extremely zoomed out. I also like how it illustrates just how much more difficult the southern and northern ends of the trail are than the rest. Guide, by david miller and weighing in at just 4 grams each, this waterproof, tear resistant, information rich strip map features an appalachian trail map on one side and elevation profile with altitudes and trail data on the other. The appalachian trail is a footpath across 2,168 miles of appalachian mountain ridgelines from georgia to maine.
Sync the folders to your gaia gps app or download in gpx or kml format to your desktop, and help aggregate data by becoming a contributor. Appalachian trail massachusetts hiking route routeyou. The appalachian national scenic trail, generally known as the appalachian trail or simply the 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 off trail lodging. 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. An overview of the trail and surroundings is avaialable in this big map 1. General maps and information concerning regional access can be found on the state and national park and forest sites below. The mountain is known for its expansive views of the southern taconics and berkshires. Select a state from the map to learn more about the trail in that region. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from march until october.
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