Appalachian Trail
George Washington and Jefferson National Forest, Monroe County, WV
Point-to-point trail in George Washington and Jefferson National Forest, Monroe County, WV. Hiking.
- Distance
- 14.5 mi (23.4 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,894 ft (882 m)
- Est. Time
- 6 hr 10 min
- High point
- 3,865 ft (1,178 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Trailhead: Allegheny Trailhead 12.1 mi (19.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Appalachian Trail
How long is Appalachian Trail?
Appalachian Trail is 14.5 mi (23.4 km) long. Most people take about 6 hr 10 min. It climbs 2,894 ft (882 m) in total, up to a high point of 3,865 ft (1,178 m).
How hard is Appalachian Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Appalachian Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Appalachian Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Appalachian Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (95% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Appalachian Trail?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Appalachian Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Appalachian Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Appalachian Trail
- Upper Loop Trail George Washington and Jefferson National Forest · Moderate · 2.6 mi (4.1 km)
- Rich Creek Park Multipurpose Trail Giles County · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
- Whitt-Riverbend Nature Trail Giles County · Easy · 0.7 mi (1.1 km)
- Giles Trails And Routes Trail Giles County · Easy · 2.1 mi (3.4 km)
- Groundhog Trail George Washington and Jefferson National Forest · Moderate · 3.6 mi (5.9 km)
- Glen Lyn Park Dcr Trail Giles County · Easy · 1.8 mi (2.8 km)
- Cascades Trail George Washington and Jefferson National Forest · Moderate · 3.7 mi (5.9 km)
- Cascades National Recreation Trail George Washington and Jefferson National Forest · Moderate · 4.6 mi (7.4 km)
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