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Hikers on Appalachian Trail face growing misconduct issue
The Appalachian Trail community cites rising abuse as hikers trash shelters, flaunt park rules, and even pass pets as service animals. Baxter State Park officials warn the trend could end Katahdin access if behavior and numbers keep rising, while supporters argue most hikers seek solitude and respect nature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spencer
Maine
Baxter State Park
Mount Katahdin
Pennsylvania
Bill Bryson
Appalachian Trail Conservancy
Harpers Ferry
West Virginia
Baxter
Jensen Bissell
Katahdin
Bissell
Karl Berger
Scott Jurek
Colorado