Preserve the PCT’s wild character by making a donation today

Ansel Adams Wilderness. John Muir Wilderness. Mt. Jefferson Wilderness. Goat Rocks Wilderness.
What do all these Wilderness areas have in common?
They all exist because of the protection they received when the Wilderness Act was approved fifty years ago. And of course, they have some of the most stunning scenery ... Read more
The 2015 PCT Calendar is coming. Reserve your copy today.
Each year the PCTA publishes a beautiful calendar that features stunning, full-color photographs of views along the Pacific Crest Trail.
Reserve your copy today by renewing your membership or signing up as a new member of PCTA.
When you become a member, you not only receive this gorgeous calendar, but ... Read more
Donate to PCTA every time you shop at Amazon – takes less than a minute

Why not make a donation to PCTA (at no cost to you) every time you shop at Amazon? They have a great program that does exactly this. You’re making a difference for PCTA. It’s that easy!
The AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from your eligible purchases ... Read more
Two PCT events at the #HowDoYouTahoe Speaker Series
Our friends at the Cedar House Sport Hotel in Truckee, Calif. are offering two great summer events featuring the PCT as part of their #HowDoYouTahoe speaker series. Proceeds from the events benefit PCTA. How awesome is that?
The Mind, Hearts and Soles of Thru-Hikers“The Mind, Heart and Soles of ... Read more

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