The Trailhead
Every journey has a first step. And some of the greatest, most meaningful journeys begin at trailheads. Welcome to ours! Here you’ll learn about gear, see route and trail intel, and dive into stories, images, and videos from our global community of adventureheads like you. Think of it like "The Third Place"–not home, not work, but your other most important/favorite place. The spot to hang out around like-minded people and have your life decisions and priorities validated. You won't need to justify your latest gear purchase or explain why you're using up all your paid time off hours to this crowd. They get it. Let’s go!

A Great Cause to Climb For: Seeking the Peak on Mount Washington

America to America: Thru Hiking the Continent’s Longest “Trail”

Lightweight Appalachian Trail Gear: “Tenderfoot” Drops 9oz

Ambassador Ashley Hill Takes on New Zealand’s Te Araroa Thru Hike

A Woman With a Tarp

AT Thru Hike Gear Guide
