Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. One of the greatest natural treasures in the United States is the Appalachian Trail, or as outdoor enthusiasts call it, “the A.T.” ...

Kanisa Hutchins makes backpacking look easy. The Chattanooga native had zero prior backpacking experience when she quit her job, sold her car and moved home to Chattanooga in preparation to hike the ...

The Appalachian Trail might be classic, but its popularity can bring crowds. Here are six alternative backpacking trails that ...

As we ascend into the alpine on the Appalachian Trail (AT), the weather begins to deteriorate. After 4,000 feet of uphill we gain Madison Ridge, laughing and chatting as the sun begins to set. Above ...