The Appalachian Trail is one of the most famous hiking attractions in the U.S., and on the Virginia portion lies a town sure ...

Nearly eight months after Hurricane Helene, the 700-resident town of Damascus, Va., is ready for over 25,000 people to descend for the annual Appalachian Trail Days Festival on May 16-18.

New perk: Easily find new routes and hidden gems, upcoming running events, and more near you ... across the hurricanes path. Towns along the Appalachian Trail host thousands of hikers a year ...