The Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) is celebrating its 100th anniversary with an exciting summer initiative: the A.T. Summer Bucket List Challenge — featuring 100 unique ways to explore, learn about, and connect with the Appalachian Trail (A.T.) from wherever you are.

While this program is not sponsored by the Cumberland Valley Visitors Bureau, we’re thrilled to support the ATC’s celebration and encourage residents and visitors alike to experience the Appalachian Trail as it winds through the scenic heart of Cumberland Valley.

What Is the A.T. Bucket List Challenge? 

From watching the sunrise along the Trail, diving into A.T. history, or picking up litter, this bucket list invites people of all experience levels to engage with the Trail in meaningful ways. 

How to Join the Challenge AT Summer Bucket List Square

  1. Sign up on the Appalachian Trail Conservancy website with your email to receive the full list of 100 bucket list items.
  2. Follow ATC on Instagram and Facebook to uncover surprise “mystery” mini challenges throughout the summer.
  3. Share your journey on Instagram using #ATBucketList25 to be featured. While exploring the Cumberland Valley section of the trail, use #FounditinCV.
  4. Complete 25 of the 100 activities by September 1 to enter ATC’s grand prize drawing—win one of ten pairs of Altra Lone Peak trail shoes!

Submissions open August 15—ATC will email you a form to log your completed activities and officially enter the giveaway.

Sign up here for the challenge. (NOTE: Please contact the Appalachian Trail Conservancy with any questions regarding the challenge. For sweepstakes rules, please visit appalachiantrail.org/sweepstakes.)

The A.T. in Cumberland Valley

Man and woman backpacking along the Appalachian Trail

Cumberland Valley offers a variety of beautiful and accessible segments of the Appalachian Trail, perfect for checking off at least 7 items on your bucket list. Whether you're hiking across scenic farmland, spotting wildlife, or sketching a peaceful mountain vista, our stretch of the Trail offers unforgettable moments worth celebrating.

So lace up your boots, grab your checklist, and discover the Appalachian Trail like never before—right here in Cumberland Valley.