Articles of category "Appalachian National Scenic TrailMarsh, VT"

The Appalachian Trail is composed of over 2,000 miles of hiking trails stretching from Maine to Georgia. In 1968, it received the designation as the first National Scenic Trail via the National Trails System Act. Today, over 99% of the trails are protected by federal and state right-of-way or land ownership. Whether you're just the occasional hiker looking for an afternoon trip, or a hard-core backpacker looking to earn the 2,000-miler patch, the Appalachian Trail offers something for everyone.

The expanse of Appalachian Trail scenery is comprised of 2,174 miles of valleys and mountains spanning through 14 states, from Maine to George. Volunteers keep most of this federal and state-protected land maintained; more than 4,000 volunteers, annually. Together, they contribute over 185,000 hours of work. So, as you can see, many people care about the maintenance of Appalachian national scenic Trail accessibility for you and me.