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Kennedy Meadows Among 4,000 Campsites That Might Close This Summer as Budget Cuts, Layoffs Threaten California National Forests
Thru-hikers and backpackers planning to traverse California's iconic trails this summer may find their journeys disrupted, as nearly 4,000 campsites across the state's 18 National Forests face
I Thru-Hiked the PCT in the Snowiest Year on Record: Here’s What You Need to Know About Navigating PCT Snow
There's always a good amount of fear mongering when it comes to navigating early-season snow on the PCT, but a continuous thru-hike is possible even in the snowiest conditions if...
An Inside Look at One of the First PCT Thru-Hikes in History: Stolen Packs, Near-Death Experiences, and Life-changing Adventure
Today’s PCT thru-hikers have a wealth of resources at their disposal — trail towns that cater to long-distance hikers, dedicated trail angels, GPS navigation, up-to-date water reports, and an entire
Dog Mushing, 20+ Years in the Navy, and the Triple Crown with Ben “Ginger Ballz” Vaughan (BPR #294)
In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio, presented by The Trek and brought to you by Topo Athletic, we’re joined by Ben Vaughan, known on trail as Ginger Ballz. Ben is...
PCT Thru-Hikers Will No Longer Be Able To Hike Into Canada: Canada PCT Entry Program Terminated
The Government of Canada has ended a program that allowed Pacific Crest Trail thru-hikers to cross the US-Canada border on foot. Historically, northbound thru-hikers have been able to apply to...
Triple Crowning as a Family of 6, Parenting Teenagers on Trail, and Life Lessons with Vince & Georgie Strawbridge (BPR #288)
In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio, presented by The Trek and brought to you by Topo Athletic, we are joined by Vince and Georgie Strawbridge, one-third of the six-person thru-hiking...
Missing Hiker Found Dead on Mount Whitney
Many have closely followed the search and rescue mission for Taylor Rodriguez, a 29-year-old hiker from San Antonio, Texas who went missing on Mount Whitney in late December. Sadly, the...
Congratulations to These 2024 PCT Thru-Hike Finishers: Part 9
The Pacific Crest Trail is often regarded as one of North America's most beautiful and iconic thru-hikes, stretching 2,650 miles from the Mexican border all the way to Canada. Every...
Hiking the Calendar Year Triple Crown, Crashing a Motorcycle, and Cycling the Southern Tier Bicycle Route with Carson “Anita” Oliver (BPR #285)
In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio, presented by The Trek, we are joined by Carson Oliver, known on trail as Anita. Carson is an accomplished thru-hiker, cyclist, and adventurer. Following...
Congratulations to These PCT Thru-Hike Finishers: Part 8
The Pacific Crest Trail is often regarded as one of North America's most beautiful and iconic thru-hikes, stretching 2,650 miles from the Mexican border all the way to Canada. Every...