Steves is known for a travel ethos that espouses international travel “as a way to better understand and contribute to the world in which we live,” choosing less-frequented destinations and seeking ...

Former Times Union writer Darryl McGrath channels grief from death of her husband, Jim McGrath, in writing "The Message Catcher" and hiking Appalachian Trail.

CASEY: Author finds 'Virginia’s Lost Appalachian Trail,' in new book about the famed path's old route Mills Kelly was researching a book about AT hikers’ experiences when he found a nugget of ...

Missing man believed to be hiking Appalachian Trail Michael "Deric" Bennet was last seen Feb. 27 in Centreville before he was reported missing. He is believed to be hiking the Appalachian Trail.

With the help of a dog named Orient and a lot of determination, Bill Irwin became the first blind person to complete the ...

Some people dream of taking months away from their jobs to hike the Appalachian Trail. For local photographer Carly Rae Brunault, hiking the trail from Georgia to Maine and meeting people along ...

Many trekkers who set out on the Appalachian Trail eventually ditch some of the heaviest baggage that is slowing them down — and not just the gear spilling out of their backpacks.

"It was always this awesome idea," said Blauvelt. Hiking the Appalachian trail would not only be a dream come true but Blauvelt was optimistic that the time outside in nature could help him ...

Emily “Black Bear” Leonard sets out for a second epic journey hiking the Appalachian Trail. Post trail depression hit her hard after her initial hike, she yearned for the trail.

Author: Audrey Payne is a local writer, hiking enthusiast and content creator. In 2018, she quit her job in Washington, D.C., to hike the Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine.

A thru-hiker Meier is what is known as a thru-hiker, hiking through the season to complete the trail's entire length. Thru-hikers generally prefer to complete the trail in around 150 days.