The PCT Thru-Hike Checklist: 29 Things To Do Before You Start
WEBNov 18, 2021 · 1. Get your permits in order. 2. Learn snow skills and practice with your ice axe. 3. Download the first water report. 4. Keep an eye on the snowpack. 5. Get in shape. 6. Learn to identify poodle-dog bush. 7. Make a hitchhiking sign. 8. Figure out section-specific gear. 9. Get your bills on autopay. 10. Health insurance. 11.
Pacific Crest Trail: A Beginner’s Guide to the Hike of a Lifetime
WEBMar 18, 2024 · The Pacific Crest Trail is 2,650 miles long (4,265 kilometers. Starting in Campo, a small town on the United States-Mexico border, it goes through California, Oregon, and Washington before reaching its northern terminus at the United States-Canada border in Manning Park, British Columbia.
7 Tips for Getting a PCT Permit - Halfway Anywhere
WEBNov 8, 2021 · Getting a Pacific Crest Trail permit is the first step in a PCT thru-hike. Here are some tips to get a PCT permit for the date you want.
A Quick Guide to Thru-Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail
WEBJul 31, 2024 · The PCT is a long-distance hiking and equestrian trail that traverses the backbone of the western United States from the US/Mexican border to the US/Canadian border. Thru-hiking the Pacific Crest Trail, or PCT, is a …
How To Score a PCT Long-distance Permit - The Trek
WEBOct 17, 2022 · Getting a favorable start date on your PCT Long-distance permit can make or break your thru-hike. Here's how to maximize your odds.
A Complete List of Individual Permits Needed to Hike the PCT
WEBJan 5, 2021 · Although the Long-distance Permit system makes thru-hiking the PCT logistically easier, it’s still entirely legal to thru-hike the PCT using individual permits. If you’re interested in how the process would work, we’ve compiled a detailed list of all individual permits along the PCT.
Thru-hiker FAQ - Pacific Crest Trail Association
WEBMost northbound thru-hikers start the PCT in mid-April through early May. Southbound hikers generally start in late June through early July. Many people want to start early. Beware. Snow covers sections of the trail in the spring and early summer.
Journey of a Lifetime: The Ultimate PCT Thru-Hiking Handbook!
WEBNov 7, 2023 · The Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) awaits you, spanning 2,650 miles from Mexico to Canada. Our starter guide covers everything you need to accelerate your knowledge, from planning and preparation to selecting the right gear and strategizing your resupply.
Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail: A Beginner’s Guide - Outside Online
WEBMar 22, 2023 · The PCT traces the west coast of the U.S. over almost 2,700 miles. Our expert trail columnist reveals everything you need to know about what to pack, eat, and read, plus where to sleep and how...
Guide to hiking the Pacific Crest Trail
WEBFind a hike in a few easy steps: Get your hands on a map or guidebook or browse our interactive map to explore where the PCT crosses roads or meets with trailheads. Search online for trip reports to see pictures and learn about other people’s successful adventures.