The trails southern terminus is just south of campo, california by the u. After visiting tecate, bc, mexico we drove for about 10 minutes maybe to campo. I bought this to help me plan for my section hike between stevens pass to snoqualmie. The pacific crest trail or pct covers 2,659 miles and runs along the sierra nevada and cascade mountain ranges, crossing california, oregon and washington. For many people, the pacific crest is the ultimate longdistance hiking trail. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the national trail systems act and the establishment of the pacific crest trail.
The pacific crest trail, officially designated as the pacific crest national scenic trail pct is a longdistance hiking and equestrian trail closely aligned with the highest portion of the cascade and sierra nevada mountain ranges, which lie 100 to 150 miles 160 to 240 km east of the u. For an explanation on why this series is happening, check out part 1. It extends from north to southeast some 2,650 miles 4,265 km, from the border of canada near castle peak, northern washington, to the border of mexico near campo, california. The pacific crest trail stretches 2,650 miles from campo, calif. Southern california, northern california, and oregonwashington and the pacific crest trail data book, all four by wilderness press. This guide will prepare you for hiking and surviving this spectacular wilderness experience. Pacific crest trail data book, 5th edition wilderness press.
The washington section of the trail has several high passes and ridges. If you want barebones information about the 2,650mile pacific crest trail without all the long, detailed descriptions, the pacific crest trail data book is exactly what youre looking for. Ive barely been in washington a day and a half, and already its quite different from the pacific crest trail in oregon. Its a rigorous trail, first envisioned in 1926 and now encompassing some 2,650 miles. On the pacific crest trail less than a mile from elk pass in goat rocks. The pcta store is closed pacific crest trail association. Oregons skyline trail and washingtons cascade crest traila path was finally mapped to connect the three into a single route. As one who has contemplated the journey, i was thrilled with. It extends from north to southeast some 2,650 miles 4,265 km, from the border of canada near castle peak, northern washington, to the border of mexico near campo. Harts pass is easy access from the general store in mazama. Next, it rounds the base of mammoth mount adams elev. The pacific crest national scenic trail pct meanders from the californiamexico border north to the border of washington and canada. Camping at pacific crest trail in washington state getaway usa.
Day and section hiking pacific crest trail association. We wanted to catalog all of the pacific crest trail books ever written because theyre worth it. Come celebrate with philip kramer, author and photographer of hiking the pacific crest trail. Guidebook to walking the pacific crest trail, an epic 2650mile hike along. Pacific crest trail pct section j snoqualmie pass to. Based on data from the three comprehensive wilderness press guidebooks to the pct, this book is filled with convenient, easytoread, ataglance tables. Mileages, landmarks, facilities, resupply data, and essential trail information for the entire pacific crest trail, from mexico to canada the essential, cuttothechase handbook to the pacific crest trail, based on the comprehensive wilderness press guidebooks to the pct, has been completely updated for this 5th edition. I met kevin and his wife kristi last week near snoqualmie pass, washington. Posted by skywalker on june 12, 2012 in appalachian trail, pacific crest trail, section hikes, skywalkerclose encounters on the appalachian trail, skywalkerhighs and lows on the pacific crest trail. This is why i have devoted countless hours to filling halfway anywheres pct page with all the information i can manage. The best pacific crest trail resources halfway anywhere. Shop for the perfect pacific crest trail gift from our wide selection of designs, or create your own personalized gifts.
High quality pacific crest trail gifts and merchandise. The most wow worthy pacific crest trail hikes in washington. The best sections of the pacific crest trail drempd. A long distance footpath through california, oregon and washington cicerone guides 01 by brian johnson isbn. The most wowworthy pacific crest trail hikes in washington. The original proposal was to link the john muir trail, the tahoeyosemite trail both in california, the skyline trail in oregon and the cascade crest.
Jun 05, 2008 the pacific crest trail stretches 2,650 miles from campo, calif. All orders are custom made and most ship worldwide within 24 hours. Pacific crest trail california 2020 all you need to know. Hikers can opt for a developed campground and make roundtrip walks on the trail or head out for a longdistance trek through. As always, i welcome this transition, but each time i do so with a small dose of seemingly incurable apprehension. Pacific crest trail walking guidebook cicerone press. Section hiking from the columbia river to manning park by tami asars 286 pp. Best section hikes on the appalachian, pacific crest trail. This is the 6th edition of the national outdoor book award winner pacific crest trail. From lost to found on the pacific crest trail by cheryl strayed, mile 445 by claire henley miller, thruhikin. Day by day on the pacific crest trail written while hiking the pct simon willis reveals what it smells, tastes and above all feels like to walk from mexico to canada. Day hikes and overnights on the pacific crest trail. Jun 12, 2017 ive barely been in washington a day and a half, and already its quite different from the pacific crest trail in oregon. The washington book, by tami asars, will be released in september.
These are the best pct sections to hike if you dont have time for the entire trail. The pct provides for a rich lifetime of day, weekend and weeklong trips. Top quality, great selection and expert advice you can trust. Beginning in the dry valleys of southern california, it follows the crest of the snowcapped sierras, and ends in the ancient forests of washington s cascades. Whats consistently the most valuable resource for people hiking the pct. The best pacific crest trail section hikes on washingtons pct section.
After northern california and oregon, both of which are found generally disappointing or unappealing by large swaths of which pct hikers, we reach a contender for favorite section of the pct. From campo by the border of mexico until manning park, canada runs one of the most popular long distance hikes in the world. Books about the pacific crest trail fiction, memoirs, and guides are all welcome, but the pct should be the focus of the book. Pacific crest trail california 2020 all you need to. Pacific crest national scenic trail, cascade series northern washington. Section hiking from the columbia river to manning park by tami asars at. Being from washington state, the pacific crest trail comes up in lots of conversations off and on. Extending all the way from canada to mexico, with national scenic trail status, the spectacular pacific crest trail is one of this countrys great longdistance wilderness trails. In that year he began working on his first book for wilderness press, the pacific crest trail. Mileages, landmarks, facilities, resupply data, and essential trail information for the entire pacific crest trail, from mexico to canada the essential, cuttothechase handbook to the pacific crest trail, based on the comprehensive wilderness press guidebooks to the. Nov 15, 2016 hiking the pacific crest trail washington. From seattle drive i90 to exit 52 signed for snoqualmie pass west. A bit of that magic is captured in each of the pacific crest trail books that have been published over the decades. Its almost like the trail designers wanted to draw a sharp distinction between the last two states on the trailand if the bit ive done so far has been any indication, the run to the finish wont be easy.
Shop for pacific crest trail books and maps at rei free shipping on all orders. Starting with a lengthy climb out of the columbia river gorge, the trail eventually reaches the crest near the indian heaven wilderness, a lakefilled land abounding with huckleberries. The outdoor classic award is given annually to outdoor books of lasting significance. The pacific crest national scenic trail pct is a treasured pathway through. A narrative field guide to the unique plants, animals, history, and landscapes of the 2,650mile pacific crest trail. Since then, he has been the sole or principal author of over a dozen guidebooks, and has mapped about 4000 miles of trail for his books and 15 topographic maps. I prefer the treed campsites right at the pass but there arent many of them. Pacific crest trail, in full pacific crest national scenic trail, wilderness footpath and equestrian trail in the western united states. Its also why i began conducting my annual pacific crest trail thruhiker.
The little mountain towns of mazama and winthrop, wa are great places to stock up or unwind after hiking on the reknown pacific crest trail. Aug 11, 2018 the little mountain towns of mazama and winthrop, wa are great places to stock up or unwind after hiking on the reknown pacific crest trail. Publications pacific crest trail association online store. So going to its southern terminus was a pretty cool and no cost way to explore on new years day. She teaches classes on backpacking basics, lightweight backpacking, and more. Northern california, as he presents a brief breakdown of the pct and relates his years of experience as both a thruhiker and a sectionhiker. Exploring americas wilderness trail is the painstakingly researched and thoughtful written history of the trail, of the men and women who dreamed it up, expanded it, and continue to fight for it. Schaffer, ben schifrin, thomas winnett, the late ruby jenkins, andy selters, the staff of wilderness press, and all the others who worked on the pacific crest trail series through the years for winning the 2008 national outdoor book award in the classic category. Camping at pacific crest trail in washington state. Tami asars is quickly becoming one of the northwests most cherished guidebook writers. The pacific crest trail pct travels from mexico to canada through california, oregon, and washington and is open to hikers and stock groups. Pacific crest trail map washington 500 miles in washington 2,638 miles total. Pacific crest trail stories inspired by you wild movie. Mountaineers books is still shipping books and maps.
Pacific crest trail stories inspired by you wild movie and book. Additionally, carly and i have interviewed dozens of pct hikers to get an even more comprehensive understanding of peoples common struggles, coping mechanisms, and the trails culture. Pacific crest trail hikers strive for the state of washington. Guidebook authors doug lorain backpacking washington and mike woodmansee trekking washington both cite the 61. Fantastic comprehensive guide book on everything pct for washington. Hikers can opt for a developed campground and make roundtrip walks on the trail or head out for a longdistance trek through the woods, setting up camp in the wilderness. Pacific crest trail map pdf jesse fletcher creative. A number of alaskan and canadian plants, including alaska cedar and grand fir, are found in washington. Hikers in the north cascade mountains of washington, on the pacific crest trail tim. With over 200 maps, this comprehensive guide provides indepth coverage of the pacific crest trail pct from the mexican border to tuolumne meadows in yosemite national park. There is just something about the pct that catches you. The book even shines a light on the mysterious clinton c.
Not long ago, kevin buttercup black, stood at the northern terminus of the pacific crest trail after retiring from the marine corps. Southern california, northern california, and oregon washington and the pacific crest trail data book, all four by wilderness press. Wilderness press authors pacific crest trail authors. It was the crossing over the bridge of the gods which spans the columbia river and connects oregon and washington where i first began to feel that our trip was in its final days, along with the feelings of excitement and sadness that the impending end of such a trip produces. The pacific crest trail stretches 2,650 miles from californias border with mexico, through oregon and on to washingtons border with canada. Wilderness press hiking pacific crest trail data book. The pacific crest trail was first proposed around 1932 by clinton c. They represent immense passion and dedication toward this. Ive teamed up with my friend and 2015 pct thruhiker and 20 at hiker, carly moree, to adapt the principles in appalachian trials to best suit the needs for those taking on the pacific crest trail. Find a trip if youre unfamiliar with the pct, we recommend starting with one of.
A terrific book about the 2600 mile pacific crest trail. Extending all the way from canada to mexico, with national scenic trail status, the spectacular pacific crest trail is one of this countrys great longdistance wilderness trails in washington the trail crosses the cascades, passing through north cascades national park and mount rainier national park. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The story progresses with a selection of vignettes that outlines the progression of. They tell me where, i am going, how to get there, side and alternate routesa huge plus, histories, points of interest and much, much more. Best section hikes on the appalachian and pacific crest trails. At the bottom of the exit ramp, turn left north and cross under the freeway. In washington the trail crosses the cascades, passing through north cascades national park and mount rainier national park. The paperback of the hiking the pacific crest trail washington. Hed walked off the war as a part of warrior hike, a program in which pcta has been involved this summer.
Coronavirus status you can still buy books and ebooks to plan, enjoy and dream. This pocketsized gift and souvenir photo book captures the beauty of americas quintessential wilderness hiking trail. Inspired designs on tshirts, posters, stickers, home decor, and more by independent artists and designers from around the world. Mar 14, 2020 as always, i welcome this transition, but each time i do so with a small dose of seemingly incurable apprehension. Favorite hikes on washingtons pacific crest trail the. About 18 miles of the trail passes through the south unit of north cascades national park. Pacific crest trail map pack bundle add to wishlist. The pacific crest trail north cascades national park u.
Tami grew up in western washington playing in the north cascades. The most wowworthy pacific crest trail hikes in washington the. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1. The pacific crest trail is so popular it needs a new permit system. Be sure to have your camera charged this is the prelude to some of the most stunning scenery along the entire trail.
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