The Best of the Appalachian Trail: Day Hikes
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The buyer pays the same price as they would otherwise, and your purchase helps to support The Trek's ongoing goal to serve you quality backpacking advice and information. Thanks for your support! To learn more, please visit the About This Site page. I currently live in Rocksylvania, and have been in love with climbing the state's rocky peaks since I was a little girl.
In , I attempted a thru hike of the AT when illness unfortunately forced me off the trail - however I am currently working towards section hiking my way to Katahdin! You can usually catch me somewhere in the woods most likely hugging a tree, taking a thousand pictures of the same overlook, or eating my 5th Snickers bar of the day. The Lehigh Gap trail is my favorite hike mentioned here. Lehigh Gap is challenging with views as you hike not just at a look out point. Being a fellow Rocksylvanian, I applaud you! Other states have rocks, but we seem singled out. Colleen Goldhorn Appalachian Trail.
Pole Steeple Pole Steeple. Looking over the water gap. Their small size makes them great for sections hikers to knock out quickly,… Read More. Thanks to trail locator for the hiking information.
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We parked on the side of Raven Rock Rd. Nice stroll through the forest. High rock is accessible by car.
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Lots of neat graffiti. Police did a drive-by while we were at high rock. Well marked and wide. Nice views and I would say moderately trafficked for a Saturday. Parking lot was almost filled. White Rocks overlook was great. The hike was a real workout!
After so much rain it was fairly dry except for a few areas. Nice hike--climbing two peaks both ways on this out-and-back hike. Very, very rocky--need sturdy soles. I made the mistake of wearing running shoes, and my soles were so sore after 10 miles.
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My hiking partner had sturdy hiking shoes and fared much better. Two big road crossings. Lots of muddy areas on first. Wonderful ATC stewards working on the first section. By the time I had returned, it looked spectacular! Easy access and well marked.
Great views with a rocky wet start. The parking lot at Greenbrier State Park was full. Nice views from Washington Monument. Parts of AT was very muddy. Rocky, wet, and beautiful scenery-moss covered rocks, a stream and little waterfalls along the way.
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Perfect way to start a Saturday! It is not an easy trail. Every rocky , must be careful.
We only went as far as the Washington monument. Best Day Hikes reviews. Filter Copy to my Lists Send to Phone. John Steiner on Appalachian Trail: Raven Rock to Pen Mar. Elaine Porteus on Appalachian Trail: Wolfsville Road to Raven Rock 10H.
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William Bogard on Appalachian Trail: Dahlgren Camp to Bear Spring Cabin. Liv Landis on Appalachian Trail: Vanessa West on Appalachian Trail: Full of rugged and steep terrain, hiking throughout the state is often challenging, but hikers are rewarded with mountain views that seem to stretch on forever. Over half of the trail through Georgia is set in federally designated wilderness. For a full day of tough hiking, there are few sections of the AT in Georgia better than Springer Mountain.
Depending on which route you take, you will pass the breathtaking Amicalola Falls, which are the largest waterfalls in the state of Georgia standing at feet high. This is a decent climb, so choose one that is within your physical abilities: Option 1 2 miles: Retrace your steps back to your car. Start your hike at Amicalola and follow the blue blazed approach trail northbound for 8. After reaching the summit, continue following the AT north for another 1 mile to reach your car. For a full day of climbing, hike the Springer Mountain approach trail.
Starting at Amicalola Falls, hike northbound for 8. Retrace your steps back down the mountain and to your car.
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This is a challenging hike which gains a steady feet over very steep and rocky terrain. There is a historic stone shelter located at the top of the mountain with was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in Go early, or during the week to have the mountain all to yourself! Park at the trail head in Neels Gap, and climb straight up for 2. After taking in the views, retrace your steps back to your car. Park one car at Woody Gap, and another at Neels Gap.
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Starting at Woody Gap, hike 8. There are a few additional view points that you will pass on the way to the top. Ramrock Mountain offers beautiful views of Hawk, Sassafras, and Justus Mountains, as well as the surrounding Georgia forests. Due to a smaller climb and more level elevation, this hike is slightly less challenging than others on the AT in Georgia. This makes it a great introductory hike for those interested in getting out on the AT more often.