Appalachian Trail — Pine Grove Furnace to Duncannon

A classic mid-Atlantic AT section through the Cumberland Valley and across the Susquehanna River with the famous AT midpoint at Pine Grove Furnace.

Route overview

Region
Pennsylvania, United States
Distance
55 miles
Elevation gain
8,000 feet
Difficulty
Challenging
Recommended duration
4 days
Route type
Point-to-Point

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

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