Around this time of year, hikers on the Appalachian Trail hit the midway point in Harpers Ferry, W.Va. The "A.T.," as it's known, stretches from Georgia to Maine, all along the Appalachian Mountains.

Each year, only about one out of every four hikers who set out to complete the Appalachian Trail reaches that goal. A ...

Not everyone has the gumption to hike the entire 2,200 miles of the Appalachian Trail, a trek commonly known as a thru-hike. But if you’re tackling one of the world’s most epic hiking trails, you’ll ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — An 83-year-old from ...

CARSON CITY, Mich. (WOOD) — A journey of a thousand miles begins with just a step. Sure. But what about 2,200 miles across 14 states, climbing and descending the equivalent of 16 Mount Everests? Sound ...

Harpers Ferry has long been known as one of the most important towns in American history, a West Virginia gem replete with ample historical sites. From the Civil War Museum to John Brown's Fort, an ...

Question: I am considering hiking the Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine. How can I get information on trails and feedback from people who have made the trip? However, because Brad is probably in ...