THE APPALACHIAN TRAIL: AN ICONIC HIKING PATH

The Appalachian Trail is the most famous hiking trail in the U.S., extending 2,189 miles from Georgia to Maine. 46 miles of the A.T. meander through Cumberland Valley, including a 13-mile section that is the longest, lowest and flattest section on the entire trail and one of the most accessible portions to park and take a short day trip or a weekend getaway.

Cumberland Valley’s Appalachian Trail Fun Facts

The village of Boiling Springs is a designated Appalachian Trail Community and is a great location to start your day hike.

Go to VisitCumberlandValley.com to find an interactive map and GPS coordinates for parking along the Cumberland Valley stretch of the Appalachian Trail.

Visit the Appalachian Trail Museum, located in Pine Grove Furnace State Park, for an enthralling deep dive into the history of this iconic hiking path and its founders. It is the only museum in the country dedicated to hiking.

Hike to the midway point of the entire trail, also located in Pine Grove Furnace State Park. The length of the trail changes yearly so the midpoint slightly moves from year-to-year.

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Stop by the Pine Grove General Store, where thru-hikers attempt to eat a half-gallon of ice cream to celebrate reaching the midway point.

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Make It A Weekend

Extend your trip and stay like an A.T. thru-hiker at the Ironmaster’s Mansion, an historic building now serving as a hostel; enjoy a rustic weekend of camping at the Valley’s state parks, campgrounds and RV parks; or a luxurious stay at Allenberry Resort in Boiling Springs.

TIP: Overnight Camping

Are you interested in overnight camping along the trail? Be sure to register your camping plans at ATCamp.org. A registration is not a reservation, but is a way to ensure a better hiking experience and help you avoid overcrowding at shelters and campsites.