Thru-Hiking Culture

An Inside Look at One of the First PCT Thru-Hikes in History: Stolen Packs, Near-Death Experiences, and Life-changing Adventure

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

Feb 26, 2025 : Katie Jackson
Reflections of the PCT as I gear up for the AT

Reflections of the PCT as I gear up for the AT

I remember my first hike as a young nipper. I would have been about 10. Dad took my sister, friend, and I on a two-night three-day hike called the Rakiura...

Feb 15, 2025 : Katie Buxton
Congratulations to These 2024 PCT Thru-Hike Finishers: Part 9

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...

Jan 9, 2025 : Katie Jackson
Congratulations to These PCT Thru-Hike Finishers: Part 8

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...

Dec 16, 2024 : Katie Jackson
Congratulations to These PCT Thru-Hike Finishers: Part 7

Congratulations to These PCT Thru-Hike Finishers: Part 7

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...

Dec 11, 2024 : Katie Jackson
Congratulations to These PCT Thru-Hike Finishers: Part 6

Congratulations to These PCT Thru-Hike Finishers: Part 6

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...

Dec 4, 2024 : Katie Jackson
The Hitchhikers Guide to Hospitality

The Hitchhikers Guide to Hospitality

We’ve all been there, standing on a degrading asphalt shoulder, thumbs towards the heavens, as yet ANOTHER nearly empty car zooms past without acknowledging our existence. There’s no doubt that

Nov 30, 2024 : Robert Greenier / "Moxie"
Congratulations to These 2024 Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hikers: Part 3

Congratulations to These 2024 Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hikers: Part 3

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...

Nov 4, 2024 : Katie Jackson
Congratulations to These 2024 Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hikers: Part 2

Congratulations to These 2024 Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hikers: Part 2

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...

Oct 29, 2024 : Katie Jackson
Congratulations to These 2024 Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hikers: Part 1

Congratulations to These 2024 Pacific Crest Trail Thru-Hikers: Part 1

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...

Oct 21, 2024 : Katie Jackson