Retired Navy veteran reclaims title of oldest person to finish crossing Appalachian Trail

Retired Navy veteran Dale Sanders has reclaimed the record as the oldest person to complete the 2,200-mile Appalachian Trail. Sanders, who first set the record in 2017, successfully finished the hike again this week to surpass the previous record holder, a friend who had claimed the title in 2021.

The Appalachian Trail spans over 2,000 miles, making the completion of the trek a significant physical challenge. Sanders' achievement marks his return to the top of the record books for the oldest individual to navigate the entire trail.