Whether you're stopping for a day trek or taking a weekend getaway, hit the road and hike the legendary trail with
Moon Drive & Hike Appalachian Trail
.
Make your escape on shorter trips
from major cities or
drive the entire three-week route
from Georgia to Maine
Find your hike along the Appalachian Trail
with detailed trail descriptions, mileage, difficulty ratings, and tips for picking the right section of the trail for you
Discover adventures off the trail:
Immerse yourself in the spirit of colorful trail towns, peep the changing leaves in the Berkshires, and cruise the sun-dappled Skyline Drive. Kick back after a day hike at a microbrewery in Asheville, dig in to southern barbecue (hey, you've earned it), or unwind in the coffee shops and art galleries of a hip New England hamlet
Take it from avid hiker Timothy Malcolm,
who shares his insight on the best views, waterfalls, mountains, and (of course!) breweries
Full-color photos, strategic itineraries, easy-to-use maps
and site-to-site driving times
Get the lowdown
on when and where to get gas, how to avoid traffic, and braving different road and weather conditions, plus tips for LGBTQ travelers, seniors, and road-trippers with kids
With
Moon Drive & Hike Appalachian Trail's
practical tips and local know-how, you're ready to lace up your hiking boots, pick a trailhead, and embark on your adventure.
Doing more than driving through? Check out
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
or
Moon Best of Acadia
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Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell—and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you.
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