If you want to hike through some of the most stunning scenery in North America, then the Appalachian Trail is for you. It takes over five million steps to walk it and only 1 person in 4 makes it all the way.The Appalachian Trail is a footpath that runs through 14 states from Mount Katahdin, Maine, in the north to Springer Mountain, Georgia in the south. It follows the Appalachian Mountains through over 3,200 km of incredible natural beauty. > What can I see? The trail passes through forests and valleys, across mountain tops and down rocky paths. It's home to some wildlife you'll want to see, and some you'll want to avoid! There are harmless deer, moose, and raccoons, but there are also dangerous black bears, coyotes and bobcats. Don't worry about getting lost. Every 400 metres, there are white signs called 'blazes' on trees, rocks, and posts. If you climb above the forest, you'll see a breathtaking view, but you'll also see piles of stones called 'rock cairns' to guide you. > Where can I stay? Most hikers stay at one of the 250 campsites and shelters (huts with an open front) along the trail. Tell your partner tree things you remember about the Appalachian Trail.