The upcoming holiday weekend is the perfect time to get out and enjoy the PCT. But we’ve experienced record numbers of fires along the trail this year. Before you go out this weekend, be sure to check our trail conditions page and become familiar with the latest fire restrictions. Let’s ... Read more
There’s something about a photo contest dedicated to the Pacific Crest Trail that’s hard to beat.
For one, the trail winds through some of the most beautiful places in the world. Every photograph with a person in it drips with happiness. And every picture is a donation by a volunteer ... Read more
Park rangers have posted remarkable photos of the Stehekin mudslide on their Flickr page. For more details, see their news release about the event or check here for updates.
... Read moreOn Thursday night, September 5 at 11:45pm, a powerful storm cell triggered a massive mud and rock slide down the Imus
State Route 20 will re-open at noon, Thursday, Sept. 12. It has been closed between milepost 147 (10 miles west of Rainy Pass) and milepost 157 at Rainy Pass due to landslides.... Read more
Bob Sommer’s article about galls in our Fall 2013 issue of the PCT Communicator is a staff favorite. We’re always amazed by the variety and abundance of galls along the trail.
Red apples hanging down from an oak tree on the PCT? Doesn’t make sense until you realize that these ... Read more
Last summer, we were brought to tears by Astro’s inspirational story. We’ve followed the turns of his journey ever since. Artist and PCT community member Kolby Kirk shares with us the news of Andy Lyon’s passing. A journal documenting Andy’s life and travels can be found at hikingthepacificcrest.wordpress.com. R.I.P., friend.... Read more
Take a look at this great interview with Cascade Locks’ trail angel Shrek and a number of PCT hikers. Thanks to The Oregonian for providing a peek into this aspect of the long-trail world.
Shrek hosts PCT hikers at his home near near the Oregon and Washington border.
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