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Grit & Glam: 60 Glorious Hiker Portraits From PCT Days 2026
Whether you’re a SOBO marking your first state down, a NOBO pre-partying the end of your thru-hike as you head into Washington, or just a hobo like
Timberline Lodge Ends Breakfast Buffet Popular With Generations of PCT Hikers
Long a landmark stop for hungry Pacific Crest Trail hikers, Timberline Lodge has discontinued its famous breakfast buffet, ending a tradition that
Could This Thru-Hiker Staple Give You Mercury Poisoning?
Fatigue, brain fog, and tingling feet might seem like part of the thru-hike grind. For some hikers, they could be the first signs of mercury buildup from a trail favorite: tuna.
Zpacks Pivot Solo Review: The Most Livable Ultralight Shelter Yet?
For the past few years, innovation in the ultralight tent market has felt a little stagnant. Material improvements slowed, and the designs themselves
“I Just Had To Skip So Many Miles”: How 2024 PCT Thru-Hikers Are Adapting to Fires and Trail Closures
On the Pacific Crest Trail, wildfire closures are no longer the rarity they once were — they’ve become part of the thru-hiking experience. With
Sea to Summit Spark 45 Sleeping Bag Review
The deeper you dive into building the perfect backpacking kit, the more you realize it’s usually better to tailor your gear to the specifics of each
No Signal, No Problem: Apple Introduces 2-Way Satellite Messaging for iPhones
Hikers and iPhone users are about to stay a lot more connected in the backcountry with iOS 18's new satellite messaging feature.
Introducing Thru-Hiker Central: Your Year-Round Trail Community Hub
As the thru-hiking season winds down and winter approaches, that doesn’t mean your connection to the trail community has to fade away. The Trek is
What To Expect When You’re Expecting (Too Much From Your Thru-Hike)
Thru-hiking is about more than just walking. It’s the adventure of a lifetime. It’s a lifestyle of absolute freedom. It’s pure bliss. It’s unfettered