In remarkable feats of endurance hiking, Josh Garrett and Heather “Anish” Anderson are reported to have broken the overall Pacific Crest Trail speed record this week. They hiked separately, with Heather finishing first with a time of 60 days and 17 hours and 12 minutes. Josh finished the next day ... Read more
It is with a heavy heart that we share news of the passing of Ed “MendoRider” Anderson, of Agua Dulce, Calif. Ed had a life-long passion for adventure, starting with a 1957 thru-hike of the John Muir Trail. Over four years, Ed rode the entire PCT on his two much ... Read more
The U.S. Forest Service and National Park Service have released restrictions that essentially ban campfires, restrict smoking and certain types of stoves on much of the Pacific Crest Trail, even with a campfire permit. The restrictions are not PCT specific, they are in place broadly in the forests and parks ... Read more
One of PCTA’s newest board members, Tim McGuire, is embarking today on a summer adventure along the Pacific Crest Trail. Over the course of the next 3 months, Tim is aiming to hike the entire length of Oregon, heading north from the California border. His excitement is contagious and we’re ... Read more
Contributed by Christine and Tim Conners, longtime PCTA supporters.
When on the trail in the heat of the day, it’s tough to beat a cool, flavor-packed salad, especially when it’s enjoyed against the gorgeous backdrop of the PCT! Trail salads are both refreshing and healthy. Even better, they don’t require ... Read more
4/24 UPDATE:
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The broken pipe has been fixed, and the toilets in the bathrooms at Desert View and the Visitor Center are back up and running. No drinking water in these locations yet. We are sending a sample to the lab tomorrow, and should have results within 24 hrs.
After facing the threat of closure, the remote Stehekin, Wash. post office will stay open and is settling in to new hours. From May 1st – October 15th, they will be open:
Monday – Friday: 10-4:30 pm (Hikers arriving on the 4pm bus will be able to pick up... Read moreHiker ‘Hippie Long Stockings’ with a snow report from her April 6th hike in the San Jacinto’s. Check our trail conditions and closures page for more reports.... Read more
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