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Resupply planning is essential when preparing for a thru hike of the Pacific Crest Trail. The trail covers 2,650 miles of rugged terrain, spanning from Mexico to Canada, and therefore presents unique challenges when resupplying food and other essentials. In this blog post, I discuss the option of bu

The Pacific Crest Trail is commonly known by its abbreviation, PCT and it is often designated as the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail. The trail system is located on the Western Portion of the c…

Understanding the PCT Permit System, and why it Matters https://thetrek.co/understanding-pct-permit-system-matters/ #winter #offroad #trail

A thru-hike of the Pacific Crest Trail (or PCT, for short) is a bucket list task for many as the trail is often seen as the jewel in the crown in the world of long-distance hiking. One of the most overlooked parts of thru-hiking is the cost. So, Just how much money do you need to hike the Pacific Crest Trail? #pct #pacificcresttrail #ustrails #hikingtrails #hiking #thruhiking

What I’m Packing for My PCT Thru-Hike, NOBO | Pre-Trail Log

Why You'll Probably Die Hiking The Pacific Crest Trail | Halfway Anywhere

June 19, Day 54, Miles 19.1, Mile marker 906.6 This morning I had a mini-breakdown on the trail. I’ve heard this saying many times over the years as I have been preparing to hike the PCT. “You’re …

I’m a stats gal, so from the purchase of my first piece of gear, I knew I wanted to track all my funds that would go into my 2022 PCT journey, down to the last can of coke. All costs are in USD. Cost Influences From My Style Of Hike There are several reasons why my particular experience of the PCT will have cost more than the average person, and a few why it may have cost less. ...

Planning for a Pacific Crest Trail thru-hike can seem like an impossible and insurmountable task, especially if you’ve never done anything on this scale before. Trying to stuff your head full…

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This year is the five-year anniversary of my first thru-hike on the Pacific Crest Trail and to celebrate, I’m getting back on trail again for another thru-hike and heading southbound. As I get ready to get back out on the trail again this year, I wanted to share 10 things I wish I knew before my first thru-hike on the Pacific Crest Trail. I learned a ton of lessons on my first PCT thru-hike back in 2018 so here are all of the things I plan on doing differently this year for my hike.

Pacific Crest Trail Infographic for the Granola Magazine.

Why You Should Section #Hike the PCT https://thetrek.co/pacific-crest-trail/section-hike-pct/ #coastline rokinon #highsierras

In 2010, we hiked the entire Pacific Crest Trail, 2,663 miles from the border of Mexico to Canada, to raise awareness of the importance of Outdoor

The Pacific Crest Trail is majestically beautiful. It roams through some of the most beautiful landscapes in the country. I get to live in this scenery everyday. It’s a dream. Right? Well not always. There is a lot more that goes into thru hiking than it may seem. Social media (my blog included) does a really good job at showing the positive, idealistic parts of thru hiking. Let me just tell you, it’s hard work. Just like you don’t always want to get out of bed and drive to work in the…

Just a drive away are some of the most beautiful, challenging and tranquil hikes of the...

The lowest moments of hikers' Pacific Crest Trail thru-hikes in 2023. Despite what social media may say, the PCT isn't all fun and rainbows.

Backpacking or thru-hiking a long trail for months, like the PCT, requires surprisingly little gear. In this article Pillsbury lists 6 items thru-hikers carry but should not carry at the beginning of the trail. Following the advice in the article will help your thru-hike of the PCT get off to a good start.

What it’s Like to Leave a Loved One Behind to #Hike the PCT https://thetrek.co/pacific-crest-trail/pacific-crest-trail-thru-hike-leaving-loved-ones-behind/ #sunrise #camp bubbleguts