The BMT traverses 81.8 miles in Georgia and 205.8 miles in Tennessee / North Carolina. This includes 93 miles in the Smokies, making it the longest trail in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. With its glorious ridgeline views and the innumerable crossings of mountain streams, the almost 300 mile long Benton MacKaye Trail (BMT) comes by its reputation for beauty honestly. Also known for its remoteness, a third of the trail lies in Wilderness areas where vehicular access and motorized tools are prohibited. Here, the hiker finds true peace and solitude.
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Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanley Gap / Benton MacKaye Trail | Jul 1, 2022 @ 6:11am Jul 1, 2022 | view | ||
| Whiting Trail (BMT) | Jun 20, 2022 @ 3:17pm Jun 20, 2022 | view | ||
| Appalachian & Benton MacKaye Trail | Jan 14, 2022 @ 10:40am Jan 14, 2022 | view | ||
| Appalachian & Benton MacKaye Trail | Jan 13, 2022 @ 9:54am Jan 13, 2022 | view | ||
| Lakeshore Trail (BMT) | Mar 24, 2020 @ 9:18pm Mar 24, 2020 | view |
Total Trails
102
Total Distance
277 miles
Total Descent
-49,858 ft
Total Climb
64,983 ft
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