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Crozet, Virginia
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Stretching approximately 2,190 miles, the Appalachian Trail passes through 14 states from Georgia to Maine.
The trail is cared for by 31 trail clubs and multiple partnerships, involving thousands of volunteers each year.
Virginia hosts about 550 miles of the trail, offering diverse landscapes from the Shenandoah National Park to the Blue Ridge Mountains.
This challenging section includes three iconic views: Dragon's Tooth, McAfee Knob, and Tinker Cliffs.
Located in Pine Grove Furnace State Park, Pennsylvania, the Appalachian Trail Museum is dedicated to preserving the trail's history and culture.
Hikers may encounter black bears, white-tailed deer, and over 2,000 species of plants along the trail.
The trail was the brainchild of Benton MacKaye, who envisioned it as a way to connect people with nature.
Hikers experience a cumulative elevation gain and loss of over 464,500 feet, equivalent to climbing Mount Everest 16 times.
The trail is marked by white blazes, which guide hikers along the path through various terrains.
