Cost of doing appalachian trail

#1

I was wondering what the general cost is?

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#2

The general rule of thumb for the “whole trail” is to have around $4500-$5000. Of course one can hike the trail cheaper if there aren’t as many town stays, however, buffet restaurants are hard to pass up as is an occasional pizza and beer.