What a year it’s been! Last winter’s record snowpack lingers in the highest reaches of the Sierra Nevada.
Get the right local permits.Many northbound thru-hikers made the choice to skip and bypass the Sierra due to the record snow year. Are you looking to come back to hike the ... Read more
The Bridge of the Gods is an iconic crossing over the Columbia River between Oregon and Washington in the heart of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. It’s also the official route of the Pacific Crest Trail.
The Pacific Crest Trail Association and the Port of Cascade Locks, ... Read more
We’re excited to announce the permanent protection of 2.5 miles of the Pacific Crest Trail and 1,172 surrounding acres of land in Northern California.
Known as Girard Ridge, the newly-protected land lies near the towns of Castella and Dunsmuir and near where the PCT crosses Interstate 5. Access to ... Read more
Hello, PCT Class of 2024!
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
UPDATE for July 19, 2023: Yosemite National Park is moving slowly toward the opening of Tioga Road due to the huge and lingering snowpack—and with that, their limited services. As a reminder, the Tuolumne Meadows Campground is still closed in 2023 due to ongoing construction. There is no backpacker’s campground ... Read more
Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park rangers tell PCTA that most people are wisely changing their Sierra plans. This week many, if not most, northbound PCT hikers have been turning around before reaching Forester Pass. They have been exiting instead at Cottonwood Pass. Few others have even attempted entry into ... Read more
By Hazel Platt
Part of the PCTA’s focus is to ensure the trail is a place where everyone can find a sense of belonging. Some trail experiences are universal, while others can be intensely personal depending on what someone brings to the trail. Despite all the natural beauty, physical ... Read more
We’re thrilled to share that Lassen Rural Bus has expanded and now stops right on the Pacific Crest Trail. As strong believers in transit to trails, the immense value of rural buses, and small-town America, we extend our appreciation to everyone involved and encourage you to ride the bus!... Read more