Which state is the easiest on the Appalachian Trail?

  Virginia is home to the most miles of the Trail (about 550), while West Virginia is home to the least (about 4). Maryland and West Virginia are the easiest states to hike; New Hampshire and Maine are the hardest. The total elevation gain of hiking the entire A.T. is...

Monetary Budget for a Thru Hike on the Appalachian Trail

The average cost to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail is between $5,000 and $7,000 for a 5–7 month hike, which includes gear, trail resupply, and town expenses. This is roughly $1,000 per month per person. However, the cost of thru-hiking has likely increased since...