Trail Correspondents
The TrekTrail Correspondents is a teleportation machine to the trail- in audio form. Every other week, a select handful of thru-hikers on the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, Continental Divide Trail, and the American Discovery Trail, give us a glimpse into the world of long distance backpacking. Through their eyes and vocal cords, we learn all about the highs, lows, and nitty gritty details that g... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 67 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | WildernessSports | |||
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Months on trail have a way of teaching lessons that no guidebook can prepare you for. Our 2026 Trail Correspondents reflect on the moments, mistakes, surprises, and hard-earned wisdom that have changed how they see the AT, PCT, and CDT—and themselves... more
The miles can wear down your legs, but sometimes it's your mind that takes the biggest hit. Our 2026 Trail Correspondents open up about the mental side of life on the AT, PCT, and CDT, from stretches of doubt and thoughts of quitting to the people, r... more
Hiker hunger has officially entered the chat. Our 2026 Trail Correspondents dig into the realities of eating their way along the AT, PCT, and CDT, from relentless cravings and questionable trail snacks to discovering exactly what keeps their bodies f... more
By now, the trail has changed our 2026 Trail Correspondents—and their bodies are starting to tell the story. In this episode, hikers from the AT, PCT, and CDT reflect on what's gotten stronger, what's gotten sorer, and the aches, adjustments, and une... more
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- Vicarious thru hiking
I love that you get to follow along a cast of characters tackling the three big trails in the US. I feel like most trail podcasts, while awesome, will only do a single episode per trail / hiker. This is sweet bc you can listen along while they are out there. And you can also binge previous seasons too of course. I just wish that updates were more frequent and more!
Apple Podcasts5satahbee
United States3 months ago - LOVE!
I love everything about this podcast and can’t wait to listen when each episode comes out. It is inspiring, informative and fun! I love listening to each person’s perspective while they’re on the journey. It makes me feel like I’m on the trail with them! I have been listening since the first season, and I am thrilled that it is back. Thanks to all who contributed to this wonderful podcast! The only thing that would make it better is having more episodes to listen to.
Apple Podcasts5PCT SomedayUnited States3 years ago - Used to be really good.
It needs more variety. Different trails. Bikepacking. Something. All the stories and comments are redundant from years prior. If you’ve heard one season, you’ve heard them all.
Apple Podcasts2bretimusUnited States3 years ago - Love it
It’s so cool to listen to others that enjoys the wilds!
Apple Podcasts5Traveler from Norway
Norway4 years ago - Great resource for aspiring thru hikers
I hope one day I’ll be able to embark on a long distance thru hike. In the meantime I’m enjoying my short stints outside and doing a lot of research. This pod is a great resource to hear a wide variety of experiences. It’s quelling some of my fears (ie. town resupplies, hitching) and giving great gear tips on what works and what doesn’t. Helpful as I build up my systems. Hope it gets revived!
Apple Podcasts5A B-OUnited States4 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #94 | United States/Sports/Wilderness |
Apple Podcasts | #231 |  United Kingdom/Sports/Wilderness |
Apple Podcasts | #248 |  Canada/Sports/Wilderness |
Apple Podcasts | #140 |  Germany/Sports/Wilderness |
Apple Podcasts | #155 |  France/Sports/Wilderness |
Apple Podcasts | #2 |  Mexico/Sports/Wilderness |
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What is Trail Correspondents about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A multi-voice exploration of long-distance through-hiking across the AT, PCT, and CDT, with a rotating ensemble of correspondents sharing raw experiences, practical tips, and emotional realities from week-by-week updates. Episodes mix first-week experiences, gear and nutrition debates, physical and mental adaptation, social dynamics, and moments of resilience, injury, or withdrawal, all tied together by regular sponsor mentions from trail-focused brands. The format emphasizes intimate storytelling, community, and real-world feasibility for would-be through-hikers, making the show a dependable resource for gear advice, pacing strategies, and the psychology of long treks. A standout trait is the diverse cast that spans retirees to first-timer... more
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These podcasts share a similar audience with Trail Correspondents:
1. Backpacker Radio
2. Backpacking & Blisters: A Hiking, Backpacking, and Adventure Show
3. Mighty Blue On The Appalachian Trail: The Ultimate Mid-Life Crisis
4. Adventure Sports Podcast
5. Outside Podcast
How many episodes of Trail Correspondents are there?
Trail Correspondents launched 8 years ago and published 67 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Trail Correspondents include:
1. Big Dog
2. Thomas McQuiston
3. Chris Vibes
4. Chris (Trail Name Vibes)
5. TJ McQuiston
6. Vibes Becraft
7. J Michael
8. Scott A.
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