Appalachian Trail Connecticut

Appalachian Trail GPS Tracks Get the complete GPS Tracks for the AT in Connecticut for ONLY $1.97!  This .gpx file includes waypoints for all trail shelters along the trail in Connecticut and many of the official AT parking areas.  Use the BUY NOW button below and we'll send you the file via e-mail!  Happy Hiking!

The Appalachian Trail travels 52 miles in Connecticut.  Most of the AT in the state follows the ridges to the west of the Housatonic River Valley and to the east of the Taconic Mountains.  Campfires are prohibited along the AT in Connecticut and camping is allowed only at designated sites.

Some sections of the AT in the state follow along the banks of rivers, with some steep challenging climbs thrown in.  There is even a wheel chair accessible section of the Appalachian Trail near Falls Village.  The trail ascends above 2000 feet in elevation in Connecticut for the first time along the trail since in Pennsylvania.

There are a number of memorable places along the AT in Connecticut including Ten Mile Hill, Ten Mile River, Indian Rocks, Saint John Ledges, Mount Easter, Great Falls, Prospect Mountain, Rand's View, Billy's View, Lions Head and Bear Mountain.  Use the links above to explore different sections of the AT in Connecticut (links under construction).

We recommend purchasing any of the following books for those looking for more information on hiking the Appalachian Trail in Connecticut:

 Appalachian Trail Guide to Massachusetts-Connecticut

 Exploring the Appalachian Trail Hikes in Southern New England: Connecticut Mass Vt

 AMC's Best Day Hikes in Connecticut

 50 Hikes in Connecticut

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