Appalachian Trail

Appalachian Trail is a 51.3-mile backpacking route in Connecticut with 3,251 ft of elevation gain. Estimated 5 days to complete.

Route overview

Region
Connecticut, United States
Distance
51.3 miles
Elevation gain
3,251 feet
Difficulty
Moderate
Recommended duration
5 days
Route type
Out-and-Back

No permit requirement is currently listed; confirm current rules before departure.

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