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    • Pinhoti Mafia
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  • About
  • Top Hiking Channels
  • Backpacking Gear
  • Shuttles & Hostels
  • Alabama Triple Crown
  • Georgia Hiking Challenge
  • Featured Video
  • ATKO
  • Trail Days Damascus VA
  • Hiking Appalachian Trail
  • Pinhoti Fest
  • Pinhoti Mafia
  • Foothills Trail Thru Hike
  • Red River Gorge KY
  • Pine Mountain Trail PMT
  • Hiking Georgia
  • Hiking South Dakota
  • Hiking North Carolina
  • UPDATES
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The Appalachian Trail Kick Off - ATKO, Amicalola Falls

Every year, thousands of hikers make their way NOBO on the Appalachian Trail starting at on the approach trail which begins at Amicalola Falls State Park in Georgia. During the first weekend of March, Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge will host the annual Appalachian Trail Kick Off where hundreds of hikers, cottage vendors,and speakers will gather for the event to share information on the trail along with other elements that will help those who attempt to hike the AT will be as prepared as poss

Appalachian Trail Kick Off - ATKO, Amicalola Falls

2022 ATKO

Great overview of the 2022 Appalachian Trail Kick Off!

2020 ATKO

2020 event just before the trail was shut down for COVID.

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