I'm hoping to start in early July (at Katahdin) but do to outside forces I might not be able to start until August. I don't really feel like putting off a hike until next year. I don't have to complete a thru-hike (Katahdin to Springer), I'm not a purist. Also Maine doesn't sound like it's much fun to start out when you're out of shape. I'm really just looking for 4 or more months on the trail to get away. The AT seems to be a good option for me because the trail is easy to follow but mostly because resupply is simple. So any ideas on what a good starting point would be around mid-August if I just want to do a long hike. It would need close or easy to do with Plane or bus as I will be on my own. Also I think I'd prefer a south bound direction since it will be more like walking towards home.
Also if you have any other ideas that I should be looking at that would be welcome too.