How long does it take to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail?
This is a question that is answered differently by each thru-hiker. We all embark the trail for differ reasons, with different goals and with different time constrictions. A seasonal or sectional hiker hiking a 100 miles here and 100 miles there may take years and years to achieve a thru-hike of the A.T., but for others, it may take just a few months. It really depends on what your goals are while you’re out there hiking. Me? I want to savor the experience and relax in the dream, so I’m planning on 150 to 175 days or 5 ½ to 6 months, which is normal—not too slow, not too fast!
