Bart Smith (born 1959) is an outdoor photographer who concentrates on documenting America's National Trails System.
[5] Starting in 1992, Smith spent five years hiking the Pacific Crest Trail and honing his skills as an outdoor photographer.
Smith's work and travels have been covered in and published by national and international media, including Backpacker,[5] Smithsonian,[7] Outside,[8] and The Guardian.
Media coverage focused on his overall project, as well as on the details of the trips (gear, packweight, logistics, dangers, camera equipment) and the characteristics and importance of individual trails.
In addition to his photography, Smith is a frequent speaker for hiking conferences, as well as at venues for the general public, ranging from bookstores [18] to the Smithsonian Institution.