Pacific crest trail hikers face many dangers from the environment, including hazardous river crossings. Guidebook to walking the pacific crest trail, an epic 2650mile hike along. Pacific crest trail maps from omnimap, a leading international map. 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. Pacific crest trail pocket maps southern california. But, once again, too many hikers have neither the experience or had the ability to predict how different trail life would be this year. Pacific crest trail data book section a mexican border.
The truckee trails foundation is working towards a system of trails and bikeways in and around truckee that will connect people and places, reduce our communitys dependence on automobiles, and improve our physical, social. The book was generally good, though it never quite decided if it would rather be a recounting of the logistics of their hike or a gossipy volume about their fellow hikers. 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. The printable pacific crest trail maps and segment guides are provided below as a free community service by trailsource.
Jmt maps and books pacific crest trail association. About 18 miles of the trail passes through the south unit of north cascades national park. For almost 2700 miles the pct travels from mexico to canada. Written while hiking the pct this book reveals, moment by moment, what it smells, tastes and above all, feels like to walk from mexico to canada. This is the 6th edition of the national outdoor book award winner pacific crest trail. The pct is a national scenic trail that runs 2,655 miles from mexico to canada, passing through national parks and forests. Former bbc correspondent simon willis charts an emotional course through high mountains, baking deserts and personal tragedy. Reading a book about the trail is one thing, but dont expect any book out there to teach you how to successfully hike the pct. Its also full of confusing junctions, and sometimes snow can obliterate the path.
The best pacific crest trail resources halfway anywhere. Pacific crest trail map california 1,630 miles in california 2,638 total. The pacific crest trail is a challenging 2,650 mile 4,265 kilometer trek through california, oregon, and washington. 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. Pacific crest trail pocket atlas pacific crest trail maps. Smart news keeping you current this is what it looks like when you hike all 2,650 miles of the pacific crest trail. Pacific crest trail data book section a mexican border to. From lost to found on the pacific crest trail by cheryl strayed, mile 445 by claire henley miller, thruhikin. The pacific crest trail pct travels from mexico to canada through california, oregon, and washington and is open to hikers and stock groups.
Browse the amazon editors picks for the best books of 2019, featuring our. This interactive map is the next best thing to hiking the 2,650mile pacific crest trail. They can be purchased from the pacific crest trail association online store or other national geographic map retailers. By the time i was on my third section, i was not using this anymore. 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. Clarke as a trail running from mexico to canada along the crest of the mountains in california, oregon, and washington.
Given that lack of crystal ball, i dont think its unreasonable to say that most hikers of 2020 arent prepared enough to do this solo. When you set out on the trail, you are putting yourself at the mercy of mother nature. The national geographic maps series of 11 pacific crest trail map booklets are convenient, detailed, uptodate and designed for use on the trail. Questions from readers december 17, 2014 by mac 2 comments believe it or not, sometimes people think me a reputable source of information regarding the pacific crest trail and they choose to get in touch with me with their questions, concerns, hopes, dreams, or clinically treatable emotional issues didnt you know. Jmt thruhikers generally choose to carry one of the purpose built map sets below. They represent immense passion and dedication toward this. The eddy range and the scott mountains have the potential be the home of. This comprehensive guide provides indepth coverage of the pacific crest trail pct from the mexican border to tuolumne meadows in yosemite national park. Lake aloha is a popular destination for area backpackers. The truckee trails foundation is working towards a system of trails and bikeways in and around truckee that will connect people and places. That being said, it is common for hikers to lose the trail either because it gets buried in snow, or they run into a confusing or unmarked trail junction.
Whats consistently the most valuable resource for people hiking the pct. The pacific crest trail north cascades national park u. Pacific crest trail data book, distances, elevation profiles, climate, resupply and more. Postholer forum source for trail and site information or just talk about your favorite trail. Extending all the way from canada to mexico, the pacific crest trail is one of this countrys greatest longdistance wilderness trails. Also, there were several landmarks that were on halfmiles maps but not in this book. Southern california 8th edition october 25, 2017 major updates for 2018 the pacific crest trail pocket map series is a current. Right now, only the pacific crest trail crosses these mountainous areas. Shoe lake via pacific crest trail washington alltrails. Pacific crest trail hiker gift guide section hikers. The pacific crest national scenic trail pct meanders from the californiamexico border north to the border of washington and canada. The pacific crest trail commonly abbreviated as the pct, and occasionally designated as the pacific crest national scenic trail is a longdistance hiking and equestrian trail closely aligned with the highest portion of the sierra nevada and cascade mountain ranges, which lie 100 to 150 miles 160 to 240 km east of the u. You definitely need a map for the pacific crest trail, as its not blazed like its sister, the appalachian trail.
Pacific crest to twin peaks accessible from the northern lake tahoe area, pacific crest trail to twin peaks is a popular hike or overnight backpacking trip. To create this spectacular coffee table book, we hiked the entire 2660mile pacific crest trail from mexico to canada. This is what it looks like when you hike all 2,650 miles. The first part of the trail was quite dry, and you had to be careful to get water when you could find it. There are numerous map resources available for hiking the pacific crest trail through oregon. So its important that you bring maps or a gps so you dont get lost in such situations. Mileages, landmarks, facilities, resupply data, and essential trail information for the entire pacific crest trail, from mexico to canada go, benedict on.
Southern california, northern california, and oregonwashington and the pacific crest trail data book, all four by wilderness press. Detailed topographic maps, data book and resupply guide for the entire 2650 mile pacific crest trail. This beautiful poster shows the entire length of the trail from mexico to canada through california, oregon, and washington. This map is illustrated for those who have been touched by the trail, admired the beauty that goes through 25 national forests and 7 national parks. Travelers wanting to take detours say for climbing a.
This guide will prepare you for hiking and surviving this spectacular wilderness experience. 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. The pct connects mexico to canada, daring dreamers to. Preparation is crucial, but equally important is using your eyes and ears to observe how conditions on the trail are changing from minute to minute around you. Pacific crest trail map pack bundle national geographic trails. Mobile pdf halfmiles pct maps pacific crest trail maps. A single trail from the california desert to the cascades of washington. Pacific crest trail california 2020 all you need to know. This book begins where basic trail guides and maps leave off. Pacific crest trail walking guidebook cicerone press.
Wall maps print out your favorite trail to 6 feet high. The pacific crest trail pct is the appalachian trails more isolated, lonelier western counterpart. The pacific crest national scenic trail pct is a treasured pathway through some of the most outstanding scenic terrain in the united states. These sets are focused on the jmt and are fairly zoomed in. Halfmiles pct maps have been replaced by a new series of pacific crest trail maps from national geographic. Shop for pacific crest trail books and maps at rei free shipping on all orders. The trails southern terminus is just south of campo, california by the u. Have you wandered on parts of the pacific crest trail, hiked it all, or dream of accomplishing this magnificent goal. Pacific crest trail at lake tahoe california alltrips. Mileages, landmarks, facilities, resupply data, and essential trail information for the entire pacific crest trail, from mexico to canada. The pacific crest trail, commonly known by backpackers as the pct, is a popular 2,650 mile thruhike from mexico in the south to canada in the north along the western united states. A journey in photographs by chris alexander hardback, 12 by 9, 120 pages sale.
The book even shines a light on the mysterious clinton c. Life on the pacific crest trail is the story of erin miller and her husband carl, who set out on the 2,650 mile trail from mexico to canada. Pacific crest trail california 2020 all you need to. This is why i have devoted countless hours to filling halfway anywheres pct page with all the information i can manage. My wife and i hiked a 110 mile portion of the pacific crest trail, beginning at kennedy meadows, ca and heading north toward yosemite. National geographics map of the pacific crest trail is ideal for fans and hikers of this magnificent national scenic trail. A bit of that magic is captured in each of the pacific crest trail books that have been published over the decades. 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. Scenery along the way couldnt be more magnificent, with. They all show the trail, water sources, and other helpful information. 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.
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. Dec 03, 2011 pacific crest trail pocket maps southern california k. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. There is just something about the pct that catches you. From campo by the border of mexico until manning park, canada runs one of the most popular long distance hikes in the world.
While the pct is mostly clearly marked through the state of oregon, inclement weather e. Top quality, great selection and expert advice you can trust. Pacific crest trail pocket maps southern california k. A way to get an overview of this wonderful trail without being bogged down with lots of info. Whether youre an avid hiker or a wild devotee, the pacific crest trail associations new, lavishly photographed book is a musthave.
National geographics wall map of the pacific crest trail is ideal for fans and hikers of this magnificent national scenic trail. Equestrian safety equestrian trail conditions day and section hiking john muir trail 7 jmt faq jmt maps and books jmt permits jmt regulations. The largest portion is in california, where it runs the length of the sierras as well as through the southern cascades. 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 trail in washington. Pacific crest trail map big bear lake to tehachapi. Pacific crest trail, yosemite national park hiking alltrips. In the future, it is possible for new trails to be developed that will access lakes, the pct, meadows, passes and peaks. Hikers are flooding the pacific crest trail mashable. The resources listed above will do a better job of giving you a more realistic and accurate look at what the pacific crest trail is like. Pacific crest trail map pdf jesse fletcher creative. Waterproof and tearresistant, they include information on water sources, resupply. Ive met dozens of people over the last two years that have hiked the pct, a section of it, or they know someone. Pacific crest trail data book, 5th edition wilderness press. Although the pacific crest trail extends all the way from the mexican border to the canadian border 2,650 miles, some of the finest sections of trail go through yosemite national park, from the donohue pass in the southern part to dorothy lake pass at the northern border.
Mileages, landmarks, facilities, resupply data, and essential trail information for the entire pacific crest trail. Waterproof and tearresistant, they include information on water sources, resupply options, camping, road crossings and more. Luckily, pacific crest trail guides are available online and at major bookstores. This complete path guide will be useful both in preparation and during your hike, whether youre going two and a half miles or the full two and a half thousand miles. The number of hikers on the pacific crest trail has increased ten fold in recent years.
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. Coronavirus status you can still buy books and ebooks to plan, enjoy and dream. The trail is primarily used for hiking, camping, and backpacking and is accessible yearround. Waterproof tearresistant topographic maps the pacific crest trail pct map. The pacific crest trail pct, one of the first national scenic trails, spans 2,650 miles from the mexican border through california, oregon, and washington to the northern terminus on the canadian border. Pacific crest trail, in full pacific crest national scenic trail, wilderness footpath and equestrian trail in the western united states. We wanted to catalog all of the pacific crest trail books ever written because theyre worth it.
Popular access points to the pacific crest trail are wrights, echo, eagle falls, and fallen leaf. The trail is primarily used for hiking and horses and is best used from june until october. The bestselling book and film have poured fire on a hiking craze. The towns along the trail are struggling right now. Living in the wilderness for over five months, chris photographed the starkly. Pacific crest trail trails illustrated maps trail maps. Forest services pacific crest national scenic trail pct topographic map series covers 246 pct miles in washington from the columbia river gorge to snoqualmie pass. As one of the ten essentials, every pct hiker should carry a map and compass, and know how to properly read them. These handy new map booklets are the result of a collaboration between halfmile and national geographic. 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.
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