How long does it take to hike the Appalachian Trail?

Time and Cost. How long does it take to thru-hike the entire trail? An Appalachian Trail thru-hike takes between five and seven months to complete the entire trail. read more

An Appalachian Trail thru-hike takes between five and seven months to complete the entire trail. read more

Walking the entire A.T. in a continuous journey is one of the most rewarding, exhilarating, and memorable ways you can spend six months of your life. read more

The Appalachian Trail Conservancy recommends $1,000 per month for the average hiker thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail. Given the average completion time of five to seven months, total on-trail spending can be from $5-7,000 per person. read more