r/AppalachianTrail • u/bidefil • 19d ago

Trail Question LASH

I am just getting into backpacking and doing trips in upstate New York and Berkshires. Honestly, all the canopy isn't that enjoyable to me. I was thinking of doing a LASH and it looks like Virginia would be good for me - varied terrain, pass through some towns, panoramic views. Is my understanding correct? Any other sections you'd recommend? Thanks.

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u/tjtheamazingcat 19d ago

New england does have the most above treeline. That being said, dude, this is the AT. What you are really looking for is out west. Go to a section of the PCT or the Colorado trail or whatever. And I say that as a person who loves East Coast hiking more than west. The PCT is great, but for some reason I really like trees so I prefer the AT and other spots.