Beyond reflective blazes and trail markers, a printed map was the most often used method to wayfind an unexplored hiking trail. An early effort to assist hikers is the original Birch Knob Trail Map and the first Highlands Trail Map. Notably dated, though still useful, these maps still provide useful information for the hiker. The Birch Knob Trail Map awaits its update, however, the new Highlands Trail Map is now available locally at the locations listed below, or, can be purchased online and shipped to you from this website.

FarOut Trail Guides, formerly Guthook, a leading navigational app, will soon provide trail data, way points and adjacent trail town information for sections of the Pine Mountain Trail. Coupled with the ability to work off-line, this will bring a safer, more complete wayfinding experience to the through hiker.