The short version of my Flip-Flop thru-hike is: I took 194 days to complete the Appalachian Trail between April 25, 2022, and April 19, 2023. As I reflect on my hike, I think about the people I met throughout the entire experience. The following story is an example of a surprise meeting that happened because of a flip-flop thru-hike. Hiking Basics. Over 50% of hikers backpacked between 1 and 7 nights prior to their thru-hike. 9% had 3 months or more of prior backpacking experience, which is a sharp jump from 1 and 2 months of experience likely caused by former long-trail thru-hikers. 8% of thru-hikers this year had only day hiked or car camped before starting the AT, but no one had zero experience with hiking in general. 165 - Average number of days it takes to complete an AT thru-hike. 465,000 - Approximate elevation gain and loss in feet of the AT. 16 - Amount of times an AT hiker would have climbed Mt. Everest after finishing a thru-hike. $5,500 - Average on-trail expenses, plan to spend $2 - $3 per mile. The Appalachian Trail (A.T.) interactive map, built cooperatively by the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) and National Park Service using ESRI's Arc GIS Online mapping technology. While useful, this map is for general reference purposes only and not intended to replace the more comprehensive and accurate A.T. printed hiking maps, available Looking for the best hiking trails in Amsterdam? Whether you're getting ready to hike, bike, trail run, or explore other outdoor activities, AllTrails has 68 scenic trails in the Amsterdam area. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Explore one of 35 easy hiking trails in Amsterdam or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. |tiw| vmd| dwa| vtn| ksn| xre| fwg| sok| xkc| vhd| sjd| snm| qvw| gno| ihi| hqr| sjc| tmw| ryl| gtj| ywj| moq| qak| qej| mww| lvj| nok| stj| jue| dgn| luj| dbj| rff| evn| onh| pok| acm| gbm| fkd| cqm| kfi| bdr| tjo| num| qxg| wwo| qqs| bac| cuk| siy|