The mission of the Pacific Crest Trail Association is to protect, preserve and promote the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail as a world-class experience for hikers and equestrians, and for all the values provided by wild and scenic lands.
Written by Angela Ballard, PCTA Communicator Magazine Co-Editor
For many of us, it’s a season to give thanks and share love, generosity and soul-nourishing food. An apt time to turn my thoughts to Ed Faubert, who I was lucky enough to have known, like thousands of other PCT hikers, as ... Read more
Ten years ago, the movie Wild, starring the PCT (along with award-winning actresses Reese Witherspoon and Laura Dern) hit the big screens.
Among many other things, Wild helped to raise awareness of the PCT, long-distance hiking and the value of wild places where people can recreate and find peace. In ... Read more
Welcome back for Part 2 of this series; if you missed the stories from Part 1, we encourage you to start here. You don’t want to miss them! With the thru-hiking season coming to a close and the end of the year fast approaching, we wanted to take a moment ... Read more
With the thru-hiking season coming to a close and the end of the year fast approaching, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on the stories that the trail has shaped. We reached out to the PCT Class of 2024 and asked them to share with us how the ... Read more
Jeff Lau and his wife, Cathie, are the long time owners of Plaza Super Jet, a well-loved community grocery store in Wenatchee, Washington. Founded in 1926, the store has been in his family since 1979, and Jeff has personally overseen its operation for nearly 25 years. Under his guidance, Plaza ... Read more
On August 16-17, outdoor enthusiasts and PCT thru-hikers alike gathered in the heart of the Columbia River Gorge for the 17th annual PCT Days. The highly anticipated summer festival at Cascade Locks Marine Park never disappoints with its celebration and promotion of hiking, camping, ... Read more
Hello, PCT Class of 2025!
We can’t wait to meet you, and we’re thrilled that you’re coming to the trail. It’s an incredibly special place. As you plan your trip, from physical training to prepare for the adventure to refining your wilderness skills, we know that getting a permit is ... Read more
Musician Charles Costa is running the PCT Southbound to raise awareness for two mental health nonprofits.
Meet Charles Costa, a UK-based musician formerly known as King Charles. He is on a mission from Canada to Mexico to run 90 marathons in just 90 days. His efforts are in support ... Read more
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