Hiking The Pacific Crest Trail: Pct - Three-Part Guidebook And Map Books For Thru And Section Hikers

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This three-part guidebook set is your ultimate companion for hiking the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), covering the entire 2,650-mile journey through California, Oregon, and Washington. It’s designed to be lightweight and easy to carry, split into an introductory book and two detailed map books.

Complete guidance and mapping for planning and hiking the Pacific Crest Trail.

The introductory book focuses on everything you need to prepare for the PCT from home. It offers a thorough overview of the trail’s layout, timing strategies, and approaches to tackling the hike. You’ll find suggested itineraries for thru-hikes lasting 110, 120, 130, and 140 days, plus a gentle start option to help with your planning.

Additionally, it provides practical advice on gear and permits, a history of the trail, and insights into the wildlife, plants, and natural surroundings you’ll encounter along the way.

The two map books are built for use on the trail itself. One covers the southern section from the Mexican border up to northern California at Interstate 5, while the other covers the northern part through Oregon and Washington to the Canadian border.

Each map book breaks the trail into 100 stages, each lasting 1 to 3 days, making it simple to plan day hikes, section hikes, or full thru-hikes. Where possible, stages start and end at trailheads for easy access.

The books feature 1:100,000 scale topographic maps that can be used alongside or instead of digital mapping apps. Every stage includes a clearly marked route description with mileage, maps, elevation profiles, and details on water sources and campsites.

Resupply tables are also provided, showing where you can find food, mail drop locations, and laundrettes near the trail to keep your journey smooth and well-supported.

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