Appalachian Trail draws 16.9M visits in first-ever accurate count

by Advance Local Express Desk

Autumn leaves surround directional signage Oct. 18, 2025, on the Appalachian Trail near the Leroy Smith Shelter along the Northampton-Monroe County line in Pennsylvania.

The Appalachian Trail drew 16.9 million recreation visits in 2025, according to new data released by the Appalachian Trail Conservancy that marks the first time the trail’s visitation has been accurately measured.

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