thru-hikes
Complete trail traversals
Thru-hikes are end-to-end hikes of long-distance trails completed in a single continuous journey, typically taking weeks or months.
The Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Continental Divide Trail are the most famous thru-hikes in North America.
Someone who completes one is a thru-hiker: She thru-hiked the AT in five months.
The spelling reflects trail culture's informal conventions.
Adopted identity on footpaths
- trail magicSurprise provisions for backpackers
- hostelShared traveler lodging
- resupplyProvide fresh provisions
- hitchhikingSoliciting free rides
leave no trace · vlog · blog · community · camaraderie · solitude · simplicity · freedom
Minimal recreational aircraft
- backpackStrapped bag worn dorsally
- shelterProtected place or structure
- tarpWaterproof protective sheeting
- tentPortable fabric shelter
sleeping bag · quilt · trekking poles · trail runners · pack weight · water filter · stove · bear canister
Eastern US thru-hike route
- Pacific Crest TrailWest coast hiking route
- Triple CrownThree-event championship sweep
- Camino de SantiagoSpanish pilgrimage trail
- sectionDistinct divided part
Grants formal authorization
- planningArranging for future events
- itineraryPlanned sequence of destinations
- shuttleShort-distance transport
- mail dropClandestine exchange location
budget · timeline · weather window · snow conditions · reroute · exit strategy · navigation · maps
Lengths of 5,280 feet
- mileageDistance traveled by vehicle
- zero dayUndiscovered security flaw
- summitPeak or diplomatic gathering
- elevation gainTotal altitude increase traveled
foot care · blisters · fatigue · perseverance · determination · stamina · mental toughness · pain management
trail name
Adopted identity on footpaths
- trail magicSurprise provisions for backpackers
- hostelShared traveler lodging
- resupplyProvide fresh provisions
hitchhiking · leave no trace · vlog · blog · community · camaraderie · solitude · simplicity · freedom · wanderlust
ultralight
Minimal recreational aircraft
- backpackStrapped bag worn dorsally
- shelterProtected place or structure
- tarpWaterproof protective sheeting
tent · sleeping bag · quilt · trekking poles · trail runners · pack weight · water filter · stove · bear canister · rain gear
Appalachian Trail
Eastern US thru-hike route
- Pacific Crest TrailWest coast hiking route
- Triple CrownThree-event championship sweep
- Camino de SantiagoSpanish pilgrimage trail
section · terminus · trailhead · northbound · southbound
permits
Grants formal authorization
- planningArranging for future events
- itineraryPlanned sequence of destinations
- shuttleShort-distance transport
mail drop · budget · timeline · weather window · snow conditions · reroute · exit strategy · navigation · maps
miles
Lengths of 5,280 feet
- mileageDistance traveled by vehicle
- zero dayUndiscovered security flaw
- summitPeak or diplomatic gathering
elevation gain · foot care · blisters · fatigue · perseverance · determination · stamina · mental toughness · pain management · recovery
thru-hikesday hikes
Short walks in nature
nature walks · strolls · rambles · overnighters · car camping
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