PCT

A New Normal on the PCT

A New Normal on the PCT

A day in the life Sometimes thru hiking creates a sense of normalcy that isn’t truly normal. At the start, there is a definite sense of novelty; but it quickly...

May 11, 2025 : Chuck Rafford
Hiking Solo

Hiking Solo

I’m generally a solo hiker. The “long” hikes I’ve done before (90-100 miles) have all been solo. With the 4500 permits given to PCT hikers every year, I had visions...

May 11, 2025 : Alan P
Hiking Solo

Hiking Solo

I’m generally a solo hiker. The “long” hikes I’ve done before (90-100 miles) have all been solo. With the 4500 permits given to PCT hikers every year, I had visions...

May 11, 2025 : Alan P
Hiking Solo

Hiking Solo

I’m generally a solo hiker. The “long” hikes I’ve done before (90-100 miles) have all been solo. With the 4500 permits given to PCT hikers every year, I had visions...

May 11, 2025 : Alan P
Snakes, Snow, and Sweat

Snakes, Snow, and Sweat

Paradise Valley Cafe to Idyllwild It is always amazing how the trail will provide. As we were standing in the coffee shop in Idyllwild at 7am discussing where in town...

May 10, 2025 : Brandon Daniell
Off to see Mayor Max mm 77.3-151.8

Off to see Mayor Max mm 77.3-151.8

Day 7 Woke up early despite a nice soft warm and comfortable room. Got all packed up and waiting for the trail angel to grab me as she passed from...

May 10, 2025 : Travis Faherty
Tehachapi to Kennedy Meadow South

Tehachapi to Kennedy Meadow South

Tehachapi Zero It’s Zero day! They are the best, especially when you’re in a house full of friends. I slept so good for a change. The ABNB had a hot...

May 10, 2025 : Nick Kindred
Magic on the PCT Day 16-18

Magic on the PCT Day 16-18

*these posts are coming straight from trail, I apologize in advance for typos!* Day 16: April 23, 2025 Location: The Desert Start: Idyllwild - 179.4 End: Idyllwild - 179.4 Miles:...

May 10, 2025 : Anna McKinney Smith
It Starts

It Starts

I’m on day nine of my attempt to through hike the Pacific Crest Trail from Mexico to Canada. My feet hurt, my legs are tired, I’m hungry, and it’s cold....

May 9, 2025 : Alan P
Days 11-15

Days 11-15

Please DO keep commenting. We see them and we love them! I wish I could just hit “like” so you know we see them. 💕 Day 11 0 // 151.8...

May 8, 2025 : Julie Elias