Appalachian National Scenic Trail

Overview

Appalachian National Scenic Trail is managed by National Park Service and is located near Lebanon, Pennsylvania. The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by private citizens, and completed in 1937, today the trail is managed by the National Park Service, US Forest Service, Appalachian Trail Conservancy, numerous state agencies and thousands of volunteers.

Things to Do at Appalachian National Scenic Trail

Recreation Activities

Popular activities at Appalachian National Scenic Trail include:

Nearby Activities

Camping
Hiking
Wildlife Viewing

Plan Your Visit

Getting There

There are many points of access along the Appalachian Trail, whether it is by car, train, bus or plane. For more detailed directions, please refer to the "Directions" section of our park webpage.

GPS Coordinates: 40.41029600000000, -76.43375500000000

Contact & Resources

Phone: (304) 535-6278

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