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Trail salad recipes
Contributed by Christine and Tim Conners, longtime PCTA supporters. When on the trail in the heat of the day, it’s tough to beat a cool,
Plumas National Forest Bans Campfires an...
Fire restrictions go into effect on June 15, 2013 banning campfires and smoking along the Pacific Crest Trail in Plumas National Forest. The PCT runs across
Staff picks
Trail protection
The Pacific Crest Trail is not completely protected. As it winds from Mexico to Canada, the trail takes people into some of the most wild
Fire information
Wildfire is an inevitable part of summer in the West. Sections of the PCT can and do close due to fire. In the event of
Backcountry basics
The Pacific Crest Trail is a perfect outdoor playground for beginners and experts alike. Whether you’re picknicking at a trailhead or mountaineering in the North
Join the conversation
Welcome to the Pacific Crest Trail community! The trail is more than a ribbon of dirt, it’s a shared experience and place that binds us
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Trail conditions and closures
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