through-hikes
End-to-end treks
Through-hikes are end-to-end journeys along long-distance trails, completed in a single continuous effort rather than in sections over multiple trips.
The term applies especially to major trails like the Appalachian Trail or Pacific Crest Trail, where completing the full route takes months: She through-hiked the AT in five months.
Those who attempt them are through-hikers.
Eastern U.S. mountain region
- Continental DivideRidge separating ocean-bound waters
- backpackingSelf-supported wilderness travel
- long-distanceAcross great distances
- trekkingLong-distance foot travel
trail · wilderness · endurance · ultralight · resupply · zero-day · trailhead · footpath
Sustained effort capacity
- perseveranceSustained resolve despite obstacles
- fatigueWeariness from prolonged exertion
- blistersRaised fluid-filled skin
- chafingIrritation from friction
exposure · dehydration · altitude · weather · resupply · navigation · isolation · pain
Minimal recreational aircraft
- backpackStrapped bag worn dorsally
- shelterProtected place or structure
- tarpWaterproof protective sheeting
- hammockHanging fabric bed
headlamp · gaiters · layering · quilt · pad · stove · cookset · footwear
Appalachian
Eastern U.S. mountain region
- Continental DivideRidge separating ocean-bound waters
- backpackingSelf-supported wilderness travel
- long-distanceAcross great distances
trekking · trail · wilderness · endurance · ultralight · resupply · zero-day · trailhead · footpath · waypoint
endurance
Sustained effort capacity
- perseveranceSustained resolve despite obstacles
- fatigueWeariness from prolonged exertion
- blistersRaised fluid-filled skin
chafing · exposure · dehydration · altitude · weather · resupply · navigation · isolation · pain · recovery
ultralight
Minimal recreational aircraft
- backpackStrapped bag worn dorsally
- shelterProtected place or structure
- tarpWaterproof protective sheeting
hammock · headlamp · gaiters · layering · quilt · pad · stove · cookset · footwear · moleskin
logbook
Official record of events
through-hikesfailed attempts
through-hikesday hikes
Short walks in nature
overnighters · car camping · nature walks · strolls · trail running
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