AT/MST Challenge

The AT/MST Challenge recognizes hikers who complete the sections of the Appalachian Trail (AT) and the Mountains-to-Sea Trail (MST) maintained by the Carolina Mountain Club.

The challenge includes approximately 94 miles of the Appalachian Trail and 150 miles of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail, for a total of approximately 244 miles.

Participants who complete all CMC-maintained sections of both trails earn a certificate of completion and a commemorative embroidered patch.

For information and inquiries about AT/MST Challenge, contact Kevin O’Shea at ATMST@carolinamountainclub.org.

Challenge Rules

• There is no minimum distance required for each hike.
• There is no time limit for completing the challenge.
• Mileage may be accumulated over as many hikes as needed.
• Only the sections of the Appalachian Trail and Mountains-to-Sea Trail maintained by the Carolina Mountain Club qualify for the challenge.

Download the AT/MST Challenge Log to track your progress.

Location & Terrain

Helpful Resources

The following resources will be helpful hiking the AT and MST sections of this challenge and can be purchased at local outdoor sporting stores.

• Trails and Profile Maps (MSt) by Walt Weber
• National Geographic Maps (AT) Nos. 229,782,783
• AT Trail Conservancy Map, Tenn-NC Maps 3&4

Recognition

Completed AT/MST applications are accepted by email only. Scan or photograph your completed AT/MST Challenge Log and email it to Kevin O’Shea at ATMST@carolinamountainclub.org with the subject line “AT/MST Completion.” Paper applications are not accepted.

Successful participants receive:

• An AT/MST Challenge patch
• A certificate of completion
• Recognition at the Carolina Mountain Club Annual Meeting

Awards can also be mailed upon request.

Please allow 4–6 weeks for review and processing. As a volunteer organization, CMC appreciates your patience.

Participants must be current Carolina Mountain Club members. There is no additional charge for the patch and certificate for current members.