If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. Information presented on parking areas on the at was taken from 2015 gis data by the atc and nps and crossreferenced with awols 2016 a. With more than 160 trails covering 97 miles youre bound to find a perfect trail for you. The trail is very well marked by white blazes 2 x 6 strip of paint about every 50 yards. Official trail walker hiking trail map, hikers companion to the new york walk book.
Includes national, state and local parks, forests, recreational and wildlife area boundaries. Contains a fully routable trail from beginning to end, plus basic road coverage available as a reference. The national park services pdf version of the same strip map shown here, served from their own site. The official appalachian trail maps are essential hiking and safety materials for both thru and sectionhikers. Appalachian trail conservancy consists of a guidebook and two detached, doublesided maps in a display box for 172 miles of the appalachian trail, from kent, connecticut, to delaware water gap national recreation area on the pennsylvanianew jersey border. Each map is focused on the appalachian trail and overlaps with the neighboring maps, ideal for longdistance hikes and planning. New yorks natural and cultural resources support a tremendous diversity of trails which offer myriad experiences ranging from hiking the finger lakes trail, crosscountry skiing in allegany state park, rollerblading along the erie canal, to snowmobiling on the tug hill, climbing the adirondack high peaks, traversing the northern forest canoe trail, and biking on new york citys extensive. Best appalachian trail books meet your next favorite book. The printable appalachian trail maps and segment guides are provided below as a free community service by trailsource. The organized folders include official trail and waypoint data from the appalachian trail conservancy. The patc has enhanced the midatlantic outdoor experience since 1927. However, here is a complete list of national geographic maps available. About these maps these are not 40 year old, scanned topo maps.
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 appalachian trail s history, just like its geographical coverage, is long and full of remarkable changes. Guthooks guide to the appalachian trail is a detailed, mapbased smartphone guide for your hike on the appalachian trail or the long trail. The official appalachian trail guide sets provide the only official descriptions of each part of the. First of all, if you havent visited the web site of the appalachian trail conservancy atc recently, check it out.
The surrounding area for about three miles and additional side trails are also included. Appalachian trail topographic map guides trail maps. Maps and tracks for the entire appalachian trail gaia gps. Appalachian trail guide to new hampshirevermont book. 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. Appalachian trail map national park service click their view map button to launch a javascript powered map viewer that, if it works on your browser, lets you pan and zoom across another version of the same brochure map shown here. Sync the folders to your gaia gps app or download in gpx or kml format to your desktop, and help aggregate data by becoming a contributor.
Printable appalachian trail maps if this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. Appalachian trail, delaware water gap to schaghticoke mountain new jersey, new york national geographic topographic map guide 1508 by national geographic maps trails illustrated sep 24, 2015. National geographic maps makes the worlds best wall maps, recreation maps, travel maps, atlases and globes for people to explore and understand the world. The surrounding area and additional side trails are also included. Welcome to the the trek appalachian trail interactive map. I found this newer book on sale this week the appalachian trail dirt under my boots and everywhere else from a previous post below. But maybe you hiked the trail in 2016, 2017, 2018, or 2019 and would like a momento of your hike. Appalachian trail maps complete set of topo map trail guides national. Finally a new book about hiking the appalachian trail. Here you will be able to spatially explore and discover a wealth of information about the appalachian trail. Map, maps, topographic, new york library of congress. An interactive map of the appalachian trail complete with shelters and a statebystate breakdown length, highest elevation and highlights. A comprehensive guide to plan and prepare for a successful thruhike by chris cage isbn.
Information presented on at shelters is crossreferenced between 2011 gis data sets by the appalachian trail conservancy atc and the national park service nps, awols 2016 a. The trail spreads between mount katahdin, maine and springer mountain, georgia. Top quality, great selection and expert advice you can trust. Heres a quick roundup of the 2011 statistics on success rates, as well as some new updated guidebooks, maps, and fun atbranded gear items. Complete set of appalachian trail guide books and maps. Appalachian trail shuttle providers listing and corresponding map. It maps and lists thousands of important hiker waypoints on the at and hundreds for the long trail such as. Book and four fullcolor topographic maps two sheets with elevation profiles. New appalachian trail statistics, maps, guidebooks, and. The free printable appalachian trail maps and guides below are organized by state starting in the south at springer mountain, georgia, and working the way north along the a. Book and four 4color topographic maps two sheets with elevation profiles.
Since 1889, the appalachian mountain club has published the most trusted guidebooks on hiking, biking, paddling, and exploring the mountains, rivers, trails, and seacoasts of the northeast and midatlantic. Be sure to study your guidebook and maps carefully while planning hikes in new york. The book comes to you delivered as a pdf file via email. Appalachian trail americas most popular national scenic trail the appalachian trail a. Appalachian trail maps complete set of topo map trail guides. Covers 174 miles from kent, connecticut, to delaware water gap national recreation area on the new jerseypennsylvania line.
Free next day delivery on eligible orders for amazon prime members buy. Provides highly detailed digital topographic maps for the appalachian trail, comparable to 1. Massachusetts trail guide, 10th edition amcs comprehensive guide to hiking trails in massachusetts featuring the appalachian trail and the berkshires this tenth edition of amcs comprehensive trail guide covers more than 390 trails across the bay state, from the appalachian trail in the berkshires to cape cods warner trailincluding 30. The twelfth 2012 edition of the guidebook, published by the keystone trails association, includes detailed trail descriptions with tables of distances for all 229. Appalachian trail, delaware water gap to schaghticoke mountain new jersey, new york national geographic topographic map guide by national geographic maps trails illustrated. Explore the best rated trails in new york, whether youre looking an easy walking trail or a bike trail like the high line and hudson river greenway. Trail conference maps, harriman park, waterproof, tearproof, 2 map set.
Amcs best day hikes in new jersey bdh centralma cover compressed. Appalachian trail thruhikers companion 2020 official maps by the discounted bundlewhole trail. For added interest, maps indicate road crossings, waterfalls, and scenic areas. The 10 best appalachian trail books for hikers section. Shop for appalachian trail books and maps at rei free shipping on all orders. An easytouse elevation profile shows the distance to the next campsite or shelter, side trails, and water sources. It is an arduous but rewarding journey that will lead you across 14 different states. The official guide to 225 miles of the appalachian trail from waynesboro i64 to the new river at pearisburg, va. Ive read countless books on hiking and always on the lookout for fresh hiking reading material. Guides, trail maps, and great reads from amc books. Appalachian trail guide to new yorknew jersey book detail.
Appalachian trail guide to new york new jersey by consists of a guidebook and two detached, doublesided maps in a display box for 172 miles of the appalachian trail, from kent, connecticut, to delaware water gap national recreation area on the pennsylvania new jersey border. Also covered are animal issues, sanitation and etiquette. The trail ascends numerous, steep rocky areas that often provide excellent views but require scrambling and can be hazardous when wet. We release an new guidebook each and every year to ensure you have the most up to date guidebook possible. While you dont need to carry paper maps anymore to follow the trail, its useful to carry information about the location of road intersections, town resupply options, shuttle drivers, and off trail lodging.
The indexed book contains omnidirectional trail descriptions, natural and cultural history of the areas crossed, and. The appalachian trail conservancys mission is to preserve and manage the appalachian trail. Appalachian trail guide to new yorknew jersey new york. A new book about hiking the appalachian trail is here. The appalachian trail conservancy is a 501c3 organization.
Appalachian trail, delaware water gap to schaghticoke mountain new jersey, new york national geographic topographic map guide by national geographic maps trails illustrated sep 24, 2015 4. Each year, it is estimated that more than 2,000 people set out to thruhike the appalachian trail, yet seven in ten ultimately fall short of their goal. Usually, it takes people around 6 months to finish it. The appalachian trail is a registered national scenic trail. Or, perhaps you would like to do some light planning while waiting on your preordered guidebook. The most popular trails are gainesvillehawthorne state trail, nature coast state trail and cross seminole trail. Thruhiking the appalachian trail is one of the most adventurous things you can do in the u. Given the countless number of howto books and websites offering information about.
Appalachian mountain club, 10 city square, boston, ma 02129. Guide book, and tom dunigans appalachian trail shelters. Feb 09, 2020 thruhiking the appalachian trail is one of the most adventurous things you can do in the u. Amc books are written and fieldchecked by outdoor experts who love the landscape and are passionately committed to sharing their knowledge. The appalachian trail, commonly known by backpackers as the a. How to hike the appalachian trail the definitive guide. Maps are not necessary to navigate the appalachian trail. Download a full dataset of maps and tracks for the appalachian trail on. New appalachian trail statistics, maps, guidebooks, and more. There are two halves to every appalachian trail experience. Each map is focused on the appalachian trail and overlaps with the neighboring maps. Rediscovering america on the appalachian trail by bill bryson, awol on the appalachian trail by david m. It is based on arcgis so you can zoom, scroll, and swap layers to see several kinds of markers.
Select a state from the map to learn more about the trail in that region. Here are just a few new features in the book this year for 2020. Hiking the appalachian trail the complete guide for. Appalachian trail guide to new yorknew jersey book. New york trail maps new yorknew jersey trail conference. I actually got tired of reading the same old, same old recommended stale hiking books from years gone by. Finally a new book about hiking the appalachian trail is. Existing customers may transfer their purchases to the guthook guides. In the future we plan to incorporate more data on other unique places of interest. It is wellorganized, beginning with the trails history, moving through planning and equipmentfood, injuries and first aid, etc.
Currently you can find locations and information on at shelters, parking areas, hostels, outfitters, and the white mountains hut system. The book now has the approach trail, including profile, elevations, coordinates, and amicalola falls state park information. Maps the official appalachian trail maps are essential hiking materials for both thru and section hikers. Download maps and tracks for the entire appalachian trail on.
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