Appalachian National Scenic Trail

Usual hours

• Mon–Sun 0:00–0:00

From 56 published days, 2026-10-20 to 2026-12-14; community-mapped.

About

Entrance / day-use fee applies.

This park's official page lists: Store / concessions.

This park's official page lists: Visitor center.

At the park

• Caves & caverns scenic feature
• Wildlife & bird watching scenic feature
• Hiking trails trail

Shows and experiences

• Historic sites & museum

Before you go

Limits

Yes, service dogs are legally permitted anywhere in a park that visitors can go

⚠ Park closure: List of trail closures post-Hurricane Helene

Many closures remain on the Trail following Hurricane Helene's devastation. This will remain true for the foreseeable future. Visit the Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) website for an up-to-date list of closures. OBSERVE ALL CLOSURES. Stay safe!

⚠ Caution: Black Bears Frequenting the McAfee Knob Area in Virginia

Human-habituated bears have been frequently spotted in the McAfee Knob Area. Allowing bears access to human food or garbage causes it to lose its fear of humans. Follow all food storage regulations, use provided food lockers and never feed a bear.

Getting there

There are many points of access along the Appalachian Trail, whether it is by car, train, bus or plane. For more detailed directions, please refer to the "Directions" section of our park webpage.

Weather & when to go

It is your responsibility to be prepared for all weather conditions, including extreme and unexpected weather changes year-round. As the trail runs from Georgia to Maine there will be different weather conditions depending on your location. For weather along specific sections of the trail and at specific shelters, please refer to: http://www.atweather.org/

Visitor center

Appalachian Trail Conservancy

Visitor center

Appalachian Trail Conservancy - Harper's Ferry Visitor Center — The Appalachian Trail Conservancy, a not-for-profit partner, operates a visitor center in Harpers Ferry, WV. — The Harpers Ferry A.T. Visitor Center/ATC Headquarters is located about 60 miles and 1.5 hours driving time from Washington, D.C., and Baltimore, Maryland.

Visitor center

C&O Canal Lock 33

Visitor center

Humpback Rocks Picnic Area

Facilities on the park map

1 bench, 1 picnic area, 3 restroom, 4 visitor information, 2 water fountain.