Northbound hikers embarking on the epic 2,180-mile journey from Georgia to Maine start here.
"While this National Scenic Trail traverses over 2,180 miles of terrain between Georgia and Maine, some of the most beautiful stretches can be found in New Hampshire’s White Mountains. The 161 miles of trail that pass through here feature more exposed, above tree-line terrain than any other state, affording hikers uninterrupted views of the surrounding mountain ranges. You can’t miss Mt. Washington, the tallest mountain in the northeast. Hikers should be aware that weather changes quickly on the high peaks, and while it can be sunny and 65 degrees in the valleys, it is not uncommon for it to be snowing simultaneously at higher elevations." [Travel+Leisure]
National Park
Website: Appalachian National Scenic Trail
Address: 361 NH-16, Gorham, NH 03581
Sources: Best National Park in Every State