Appalachian Trail

Address: 12471 Gainesville Hwy, Blairsville, GA 30512

Description: One of the United States longest and most famous hiking trails

History: Stretching 2,198 miles through 13 states, from Georgia to Maine, this trail is considered to be one of the United States most famous and hiked trails. With it's completion coming in 1937, the trail has been the host to thousands of hikers annually.

Fun Facts: 1. The trail was started over a century ago. 2. There have been over 15,000-20,000 recorded hiking finishes from beginning to end on the trail, including a few Union Countians. 3. The trail starts and/or ends in Georgia and ends in Maine. 4. The length of the trail is 2,100+ miles long and spans through 13 states. 5. In Georgia alone, the Appalachian Trail covers 76 miles and runs through 7 counties in total.