On this day in 1968 the National Trails System Act was created “in order to provide for the ever-increasing outdoor recreation needs of an expanding population and in order to promote the preservation of, public access to, travel within, and enjoyment and appreciation of the open-air, outdoor areas and historic ... Read more
Hwy 12 around White Pass, #WA is closed due to landslide: http://t.co/6aLTcnLu2p … This affects the #PCTrail
— Pacific Crest Trail (@PCTAssociation) October 2, 2013
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The federal government is open again. See here.
Unfortunately, the shutdown’s effect on the PCT remains unclear. At PCTA, we share your disappointment over the situation.
In general, all buildings and gates that can be locked on public land – including bathrooms – are closed. However, critical safety personnel, such ... Read more
Very heavy rain is forecast for the northern PCT over the next few days. An impressive 4-10 inches could fall in the mountains. Higher elevations may see the precipitation fall as snow.
Be careful.
Read the Cliff Mass blog and check the weather.gov forecasts.... Read more
High elevation portions of the Sierra Nevada received upwards of six inches of snow this weekend. It has been generally wet for weeks now in the North Cascades. The forecast posted above shows snow predicted for days to come. Snow is not uncommon in the early fall. Plan on being ... Read more
We mourn the loss of our friend Shane Krogen, Executive Director of the High Sierra Volunteer Trail Crew. Shane lost his life in a tragic helicopter accident on Thursday, September 12th.
The PCTA valued Shane as an outstanding trail maintenance partner for many years. Thanks to his tireless passion and ... Read more
First snow of the season forecast for the northern #PCTrail. Reminder: fall travel can be dangerous. http://t.co/Ic0BGjCECA
— Pacific Crest Trail (@PCTAssociation) September 17, 2013
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This coming Sunday morning, join us for a celebration on the Bridge of the Gods!
The bridge will be closed to vehicles for 1.5 hours on Sunday the 15th at 10am. Kells Irish Pipes and Drums will play, and the WAAAM will conduct a fly-over for a truly memorable ... Read more
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