Appalachian trail trails illustrated maps trail maps. Appalachian trail topographic map guides trail maps. The national park service has a free map of the appalachian trail at that i have found very helpful. The appalachian trail is a registered national scenic trail. Its one of the three primary longdistance trails in the united states, and while thruhiking the entire trail from start to finish is popular, theres also plenty of. But maybe you hiked the trail in 2016, 2017, 2018, or 2019 and would like a momento of your hike. Appalachian trail map tennessee this important national scenic trail runs through northeast tennessee for about 70 miles, then follows the tennessee north carolina border for more than 200 miles. Jun 05, 2006 appalachian trail in north carolina map near burnsville, north carolina. The colorful map shows an overview of where the trail lies lays. In the future we plan to incorporate more data on other unique places. Resuppling within one miles from the appalachian trail for. The davenport gap to damascus topographic map guide makes a perfect traveling companion when traversing the northeastern tennessee and western north carolina section of the appalachian trail a.
It follows the appalachian trail all the way from the southern terminus in georgia to the northern terminus in maine. Buy appalachian trail framed prints from our community of independent artists and iconic brands. Whether youre spending a few hours on the trail or making a thruhike, which usually takes half a year, north carolinas portion of the trail is particularly scenic and memorable. This set of 22 pocket profile maps provides a waterproof, tearproof, and super lightweight reference for the appalachian trail. The 3 volume appalachian trail map series is created digitally using the most current landcover, hydrology, elevation, etc, data available. Now it only takes a moment to download a pdf copy of this at map that you never have to fold. Over the years the trail was encroached by civilization until 1968 when congress designated the appalachian trail as the nations first national scenic trail. The appalachian trails history, just like its geographical coverage, is long and full of remarkable changes. The trail is primarily used for hiking, camping, nature trips, and backpacking and is best used from march until november. Description the trail leaves from the west side of the road and ascends through northern hardwood forest. 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. 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. Welcome to the the trek appalachian trail interactive map.
Each map is focused on the appalachian trail and overlaps with the neighboring maps, ideal for longdistance hikes and planning. The best section is the one thats easiest for you to get to. This tool negates hours of effort in creating an accurate plan. Appalachian trail as it meanders more than 2,189 miles from maine to georgia. Nov 01, 2017 the best section is the one thats easiest for you to get to. This forest lies in the mountains and valleys of southwestern north carolina. Currently you can find locations and information on at shelters, parking areas, hostels, outfitters, and the white mountains hut system. 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. The benefit of using a shuttle driver is that they really know the trail.
Thruhikers hike the entire length of the trail in one season. An interactive map of the appalachian trail complete with shelters. There are many opportunities for shorter hikes on the at near asheville. Appalachian trail map interactive statebystate breakdown 101. In the future we plan to incorporate more data on other unique places of interest. Stream at right turn is the last water before neels gap and is the water source for campsites ahead. Use it to locate appalachian trail communities and famous points on the trail.
Slaughter creek campsite 3874 ft, eight tent pads built on sidehill. Appalachian ranger district 828 6899694 mount mitchell state park 828 6754611 blue ridge parkway visitor center 828 2985330. The appalachian trail at runs 2,190 miles from springer mountain in georgia, to mount katahdin in maine. Area of main map c nc high peaks trail association, inc. Appalachian trail near asheville north carolina romantic asheville. Appalachian trail shuttle guide philip werner appalachian trail prep appalachian trail shuttles are hiker taxis that will ferry you to and from the trail when you need to leapfrog to the end of a section or need a ride to a nearby town, hostel, train or bus station. Adjusting your plan, lengthing or shorting, is absolutely painless. Our map features the entire stretch of the at as it meanders northbound to the georgia state line, and features our favorite segments, trailheads, and hikes throughout its length. Georgia appalachian trail profile these pages are also in pdf format and are intended to provide a. The appalachian trail conservancy and its member clubs publish the official guidebooks and maps for the appalachian trail, available for. The appalachian byway is the intellectual property of joshua loveland.
Except when its time to fold it up and put it someplace where i can find it again. Hiking the appalachian trail the complete guide for. 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. Four fullcolor maps on two sheets, sold only as a set. Shows major summits, national forests, and hiking clubs. The national park services pdf version of the same strip map shown here, served from their own site. All the resupply points that are within one mile of the appalachian trail are highlighted in yellow. The appalachian trail, commonly known by backpackers as the a. Spivey gap to hotsprings nc is a 61 mile pointtopoint trail located near burnsville, north carolina that features a river and is rated as difficult. Here you will be able to spatially explore and discover a wealth of information about the appalachian trail. Postholer forum source for trail and site information or just talk about your favorite trail. The hike departs from downtown hot springs, following the appalachian trails white blazes eastbound along bridge street view maps and driving directions. The appalachian trail here is about 88 miles long, with another 200mile section that runs on or near the north carolina tennessee state line.
Clingmans dome access rd, youll follow the appalachian trail and mountainstosea trail up and over mount collins and then gradually climb to the highest peak in the great smoky mountains. Each museumquality appalachian trail framed print may be customized with hundreds of different frame and mat options. Appalachian trail shuttle guide section hikers backpacking blog. In 1921, benton mackaye had an idea and a vision to build the appalachian trail. The trail travels 95 miles in north carolina, and another 224 miles along the border between nc and tennessee, summiting the firetowercapped peaks near franklin before crossing fontana dam and. This interactive map of the georgia at is hosted on the caltopo website. Clingmans dome great smoky mountains national park, tn.
Or, perhaps you would like to do some light planning while waiting on your preordered guidebook. The appalachian trail starts at springer mountain in georgia and finishes at mount katahdin in maine. The appalachia byway is over 2,400 miles of back roads, dirt roads, and scenic mountain passes. Planning by state north carolina appalachian trail. Appalachian trail, springer mountain to davenport gap. Appalachian trail, springer mountain to davenport gap georgia, north carolina, tennessee national geographic topographic map guide 1501 map folded map, september 25, 2015. Our appalachian trail framed art prints ship within 48 hours, arrive readytohang, and include a 30day moneyback guarantee. Appalachian trail georgia map top hikes on the at in ga. 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. Wall maps print out your favorite trail to 6 feet high. Its time for two things at the ultimate appalachian trail the appalachian trail in your mailbox. Click here to download the national park services appalachian trail map. To view and print more detailed maps, see the interactive map, below. Appalachian trail in north carolina map near burnsville, north carolina.
The appalachian trail at hike planner is designed to help you dynamically create a realistic hiking plan. The map shows which areas of the appalachian trail are protected by local or regional trail clubs. Tennessee north carolina by appalachian trail conservancy. Included is a 70mile stretch in great smoky mountains national park, with the highest elevation of the entire trail at clingmans dome 6,643 feet. The printable appalachian trail maps and segment guides are provided below as a free community service by trailsource. You can explore many locations along the trail including parking, shelters, a. Stretching from georgia, north carolina, tennessee, virginia, west virginia, maryland, pennsylvania, connecticut, massachusetts, new jersey, new. Appalachian trail shuttles are hiker taxis that will ferry you to and from the trail when you need to leapfrog to the end of a section or need a ride to nearby town, hostel, train or bus station. Nov 18, 2019 the appalachian trail starts at springer mountain in georgia and finishes at mount katahdin in maine. 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. If youre still trying to decide whether section hiking the appalachian trail is a good idea or youre a beginner backpacker, ease into it by planning a few short one or two night backpacking trips covering 1015 miles to try it out and get used to using your camping gear. The official appalachian trail maps are essential hiking materials for both thru and section hikers. Whether youre spending a few hours on the trail or making a thruhike, which usually takes half a year, north carolina s portion of the trail is particularly scenic and memorable. It passes through the states of georgia, north carolina, tennessee, virginia, west virginia, maryland, pennsylvania, new jersey, new york, connecticut, massachusetts, vermont, new hampshire, and maine.
Appalachian trail framed art prints fine art america. A great map for reference, tripplanning, keeping track of hikers, or decoration. The national park services pdf version of the same strip. Appalachian trail in north carolina map burnsville north. The map imagery includes high resolution gps track, topographic maps, accurate road crossings and a birds eye. Maps the official appalachian trail maps are essential hiking materials for both thru and section hikers. 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. The official national park service ataglance map is the perfect way to display the entire appalachian trail on your wall. Here, weve listed 70 places to stay from georgia to maine, including a few that arent necessarily hostels, but are popular enough with thruhikers that they warranted a listing. The map can be printed or downloaded on a mobile device for easy reference. Appalachian trail travel guide a hikers online source. Its one of the three primary longdistance trails in the united states, and while thruhiking the entire trail from start to finish is popular, theres also plenty of opportunity for day hiking.
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. The map identifies the locations of the many recreation sites in the two national forests, as well as the activities and amenities available at each site. This is one of the highest elevation sections of the appalachian trail, passing through beautiful southern appalachian sprucefir forest. The trail crosses a wide bridge over the french broad river, catching beautiful upstream views of the river in the shadow of the towering lovers leap summit directly ahead. We release an new guidebook each and every year to ensure you have the most up to date guidebook possible. Conceived in 1921, built by private citizens, and completed in 1937, today the trail is managed by the national park service, u. With the help of many volunteers that idea became a reality and by 1937, the appalachian trail was completed. Complete with shelters, state maps, lengths, and highlights. Duncan ridge trail junction 4128 ft, blueblazed to left. Mar 09, 2017 updated for 2019 complete list of hostels on the appalachian trail h ostels on the appalachian trail are part of what makes a thruhike such a unique experience. The appalachian trail is used by day, weekend and other shortterm hikers, sectionhikers and thruhikers. South of the smokies on the appalachian trail are the long climbs of the stecoahcheoah mountain area, then the outstanding nantahala section, with 4,000foot gaps and 5,000foot peaks. The appalachian trail is a 2,185 mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the appalachian mountains.
The trail is primarily used for hiking, camping, and backpacking. Slaughter creek trail 3805 ft, blueblazed to left leads 2. It is based on arcgis so you can zoom, scroll, and swap layers to see several kinds of markers. Download appalachian trail map from national park service. They know where are the trailheads are, which roads are open or closed. An interactive map of the appalachian trail complete with shelters and a statebystate breakdown length, highest elevation and highlights. In the column titled next town, this will list how many days it is until you can resupply at the next location within one mile of the appalachian trail based on 15 mile days. Springer mountain to davenport gap map georgia, north carolina.
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