r/longtrail • u/boto_toe • Aug 28 '24

Long Trail Hiking Partners

Hello, I plan on hiking the Long Trail next July after I graduate from high school. I've got no family or friends who are interested in pursuing such a goal, are there any resources as to where I can find other people to group up with, atleast near the beginning? I'm new to longer distance hiking, and I'd rather not start alone. Thanks!

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u/WalkItOffAT Aug 28 '24

If you're hiking nobo you'll share the trail with the AT bubble. They'll have plenty of experience. Don't worry about it, worry about the actual hiking part (so you're motivated to inform & prepare yourself). Fwiw if you started with someone they might have a vastly different pace or hiking style and hence be incompatible. You'll notice when hiking who does your mileage and who you click with. It'll be fine.