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Best Sleeping Bags for the Appalachian Trail

The best and most popular sleeping bags for backpacking and thru-hiking on the Appalachian Trail along with a comparison table

The Appalachian Trail: The Longest Hiking Trail in the World

The Appalachian Trail is a 2,200 mile hiking trail along the east coast that travels from Georgia to Maine.

Appalachian Trail Tents and Shelters

The best and most popular tents, tarps, and shelters for backpacking trips and thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail.

Appalachian Trail Headlamps

Which headlamp should you bring on an Appalachian Trail backpacking trip or thru-hike? These are the most popular headlamps for backpacking

Best Appalachian Trail Backpacks

The best and most popular backpacks for thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail and a comparison table of their performance

Treating Water on the Appalachian Trail

A filter, chemical, or alternative method to treating water while backpacking is highly recommended and here are the most common found on the Appalachian Trail

Appalachian Trail Gear List

Comprehensive Gear Lists for the most popular Appalachian Trail thru-hiking backpacks, sleeping bag, and tent.

About the Appalachian Trail

The Appalachian Trail is a 2,200 mile long-distance hiking trail from Georgia to Maine in the eastern United States