Leaving the security of home for the unpredictability of the outdoors isn’t for everyone. But for those who love nature, the Appalachian Trail — showcasing breathtaking scenery from Georgia to Maine — ...

With the possible exception of the Pennsylvania section, which is mined with foot-stabbing stones, you can pick pretty much any part of the Appalachian Trail and have a good time. But if you're asking ...

While the AT is an admirable goal, to be sure, there are other trail options. You seem to have seen a fair shot of the country, and thus know the relative merits of Western scenery versus Eastern ...

Ever thought about hiking the longest, hiking-only footpath in the world? It’s right here in the U.S., passing through the eastern Appalachian Mountains. The elevation gain of the Appalachian Trail ...

A new video has been released showcasing the beauty of the Ulster-Ireland section of the International Appalachian Trail, which traverses some of the most breathtaking scenery in Ireland. The next ...

The Appalachian Trail crosses 14 states, six national parks and eight national forests. Marc Muench / Corbis At 2,178 miles, the Appalachian Trail is the nation’s longest marked footpath. Starting at ...

Robert Redford stars as Bill Bryson and Nick Nolte as Stephen Katz taking in the scenery along the Appalachian Trail in Broad Green Pictures upcoming release, A WALK IN THE WOODS. Credit: Frank Masi / ...