Congratulations to these 2025 Appalachian Trail Finalists (Part 2)

TThe Appalachian Trail is often considered one of North America’s most difficult and iconic treks, stretching 2,200 miles between Springer Mountain in Georgia and Mount Katahdin in Maine. Every year, thousands of hikers undertake this unforgettable journey, pushing their limits both physically and mentally.

Successfully completing an AT hike is a massive achievement, requiring unwavering determination, mental toughness, and emotional resilience. We’re thrilled to highlight the amazing hikers who have completed this trip in 2025!

Have you just finished your thru-hike? If so, please celebrate your finish with us by submitting a photo using the form below so we can feature it in a later post. We can’t wait to share your incredible achievement!

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tall chest of drawers
@yuliasan7os
End date: August 18

Hype
@anthony_bonett
End date: August 27

jackrabbit
@markdalessandro
End date: July 22

Motra
End date: August 24

Cheerful
@Jollynic_at
End date: July 30

Nephew
@Ben_Writes
End date: June 25

Treetop
End date: September 2

Beck
@R_M_AT2025
End date: September 15

Sting
@RodCappiello
End date: September 10

Brand
@luke_kellerman
End date: July 12

Go
End date: September 16

Shorty
@Mrbirdsan
End date: September 10

Batter
End date: August 15

Flash
End date: August 4

Cracks
End date: September 7

Congratulations to all the 2025 finalists – your achievements are notable and worth celebrating!

Did you walk the in this year? Take the 2025 Survey on Hiker And help inform the next class of hikers!

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