Stauraum für Tageswanderungen
30–35L Hiking Daypack
Für Wechselkleidung und Wanderbedarf; Passform prüfen und Wertsachen extra schützen.
Fly & Drive guide
Fly into BDL, drive to Appalachian Trail - CT
1 h 31 min drive48 milesNo entry permit
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Ankunftsflughafen- BDL
Fahrt vom Flughafen- 1 Std. 31 Min. · Schätzung
Empfohlene Dauer- 2–4 Tage
Reservierungsbedarf- Niedriger · aktuelle Regeln prüfen
Fahrzeughinweise- Standard vehicles are suitable for the main roads connecting the gateway towns. Many trailheads are accessed via well-maintained gravel roads that do not require 4WD under normal conditions.
Ihre Route
BDL
Bradley International Airport
Appalachian Trail - CT
About 1 h 31 min · 48 mi by car, no stops. Estimate only.
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Step 1Flights to BDL
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Step 2Standard car at BDL
Pick up at the airport and drive straight to Appalachian Trail - CT. Compare rental companies in one search. Est. from $45/day · typical rate.
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03 · First night near Appalachian Trail - CT
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Reservations
Trail Shelter and Litchfield Hills Lodging Check
No permits are required for day hiking or using the primitive AT shelters, which operate on a first-come basis. However, boutique inns in Kent and Salisbury require booking months in advance for the October foliage peak. Check the Appalachian Trail Conservancy for seasonal shelter closures or maintenance alerts before starting a multi-day hike.
Official reservation infoBest time to fly in
May – June, September – October
Ihre Route
Tag 1 · River Valleys and Covered Bridges
Bulls Bridge → Housatonic River Walk
Tag 2 · The High Peaks of Connecticut
Bear Mountain Summit → Sage's Ravine
Tag 3 · Ridgelines and Vistas
Rand's View → Pine Knob Loop
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Tours & experiences near Appalachian Trail - CT
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Fünf Tipps für Appalachian Trail - CT
Wasser an Wandertagen
2L Hydration Pack
Nehmen Sie auf längeren Wanderungen Trinkwasser mit; vor dem Verlassen von Versorgungsstellen auffüllen.
Reisedokumente & Karten
Crossbody Card Holder
Karten an Sightseeing-Tagen griffbereit halten; prüfen Sie die Maße für Ihre Utensilien.
Stopps bei kühlem Wetter
Thermal Neck Gaiter · 2-pack
For cold or windy stops. Confirm fabric, fit and the two-pack variant at the store.
Tier- & Nachtbeobachtung
WG9801 4K Night Vision Binoculars
3″ HD-Display · 48MP Foto · 8-facher Digitalzoom. Parkregeln vor Nutzung von Licht bei Nacht prüfen.
$189.99 USD · Shoppreis
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Quick answers
What is the closest airport to Appalachian Trail - CT?
Bradley International Airport (BDL) is the nearest commercial airport we route from.
How long is the drive from BDL to Appalachian Trail - CT?
Roughly 1 h 31 min (about 48 miles) by car, without stops. Times are estimates.
Do I need a reservation to visit Appalachian Trail - CT?
No permits are required for day hiking or using the primitive AT shelters, which operate on a first-come basis. However, boutique inns in Kent and Salisbury require booking months in advance for the October foliage peak. Check the Appalachian Trail Conservancy for seasonal shelter closures or maintenance alerts before starting a multi-day hike.
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