The latest trail news, conditions and updates on the Oregon section of the Pacific Crest Trail.
Things are Looking Up! We’re four weeks into summer, and we’re seeing some steady improvement in trail conditions across most of the state. While it seems like this season is taking a loooooooonnnnnggg time for the trail to melt out, we need to remember that this is actually normal for Oregon. We got spoiled the …
TRAIL NEWS YES, There Are Rattlesnakes in OR Oregon’s warm, summer weather brings lots of things for Pacific Crest Trail hikers: long, sunny days, refreshing mountain streams, sprawling wildflower meadows, gobs of tasty berries and, in some regions, rattlesnakes. While they’re not especially prolific here in Oregon, hikers should be watchful for these stealthy creatures …
Slow and Steady With summer now in full swing, the warm and sunny weather continues to improve conditions on the PCT in Oregon. This has opened up much of the far southern portion of the state, as well as most of the low- to mid-elevation regions thru the remaining areas. Hikers are happily reporting that summer wildflowers …
Sun, Snow, Bugs and Blowdown This week kicks off the start of our weekly trail conditions updates! We’ve been out scouting portions of the PCT and getting reports from across the state, and while things are definitely improving, there are still some challenges out there. Snow, debris and blowdown in mid- and high-elevation forests is …
The last couple weeks have seen a mixed bag of weather conditions across the Northwest. Several days of sun and rain have helped to melt the trail out, but a few days of colder temps and even new snow across the Crest have hampered progress. Several hikers attempting to trek across Oregon have been reporting …
Located on the north side of Mount Jefferson (Sec. 5), Jefferson Park is one of Oregon’s wilderness gems. The area features several picturesque lakes, expansive wildflower meadows and stunning views of Mount Jefferson. Combined with its easy access from the Pamelia Lake trailhead and proximity to the PCT, it is a favorite destination for thru-hikes and weekenders alike. Unfortunately, the …