Appalachian Trail

APPALACHIAN TRIALS: Named one of "The 12 Best Books and Movies About Thru-Hiking" by Backpacker Magazine. Cited as the most popular book amongst 2014 AT thru-hikers according to an ATC survey. The go-to resource for preparing YOUR MIND for a thru-hike: amzn.to/2yuyOiS

Tennessee Guard airlifts injured hiker from the AT in Great Smoky Mountains National Park following emergency SOS. thetrek.co/appalachian-tr…

From Inspiration to Heartbreak: 8 of the Biggest Stories in Thru-Hiking of 2025 thetrek.co/from-inspirati…

Paying full price is for suckers! We scoured the web in search of the best gear deals for backpackers. Scoop the deals here: thetrek.co/the-best-black…

“If you are among the thousands of AZT thru-hikers who were able to capture a photo of your accomplishment at Border Monument 102, consider yourself fortunate. That seems to now be a part of the trail’s history." Arizona Trail Southern Terminus Blocked by Razor Wire, Hikers Warned Not To Cross: thetrek.co/arizona-trail-…

Devastating news from the AT- Thru Hiker Drowns in Virginia thetrek.co/appalachian-tr…

Sassafras's Top 5 Regrets from her Appalachian Trail Thru-Hike: youtube.com/watch?v=6h3587…

The Trump administration has reinstated 7,700 seasonal National Park Service positions following public outcry over recent layoffs. thetrek.co/trump-administ…

Hyperlite Mountain Gear's biggest sale of the year. Big savings on packs, shelters, sleep systems, and more. thetrek.co/best-deals-for…

The Best Black Friday Deals for Hikers and Backpackers of 2024 thetrek.co/the-best-black…

What is the outlook for thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail in 2025? thetrek.co/appalachian-tr…

The 2024 Appalachian Trail Thru-Hiker Survey is here 🎉 If you, or someone you know, attempted an Appalachian Trail thru-hike this year, you’ve landed on the right post! Read on to see more details. buff.ly/3XS3J5H

Congratulations to These 2024 Appalachian Trail Thru-Hikers: Part 4 🎉 buff.ly/4gPQhIc

Want To Help AT Communities Recover From Hurricane Helene? Here’s How ❤️ buff.ly/4dzbt2q

Together We Raised $5,376 for Victims of Hurricane Helene thetrek.co/appalachian-tr…

Ian Mangiardi on Youtube Hit “As It Happens,” Getting Dumped on Trail (Twice), and The Explorers Club (BPR 273) 🎙️ buff.ly/3TNQFNs

“Our Town Has Been Decimated”: More Details Emerge About Status of AT Trail Towns in Helene’s Aftermath buff.ly/4dBf7bU

Garmin inReach Mini 2 Review (Including Real-Life SOS) 🆘 buff.ly/3XI372j

Tara Dower Sets Overall Fastest Known Time on Appalachian Trail 🤯 buff.ly/4eF5idU

John Z on Making Gear, Not Filtering Water, and 50-Mile Days (BPR 272) 🎙️ buff.ly/3Bl3kRP

Calling all Denver folks! Backpacker Radio will be LIVE in Denver for the second time this year! Come hang with Zach and Chaunce along with their guest, Kyle O’Grady of Kyle Hates Hiking. Get more info here. buff.ly/4gIZNwT