The latest trail news, conditions and updates on the Oregon section of the Pacific Crest Trail.
At long last, skies have been clearing and temps have been warming in the Northwest. But while we continue to march toward summer, winter conditions persist along most of the Crest thru Oregon. In the last week, we’ve been scouting the passes and checking in with regional land managers for current trail conditions, and while there’s signs …
In typical Northwest fashion, we ushered in spring of this year under chilly, gray skies with scattered showers and snow still falling across the Cascade Range and Pacific Crest Trail. This past winter was especially brutal in Oregon and Washington, and has resulted in widespread damage to trails in both states—and that’s just what we’ve been able to see so …
This spring, we’re touring the Northwest to showcase the new guidebook, Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail: Oregon. We’ll be appearing at bookstores, gear shops, hiking clubs and local hiker hangouts. At each event, guidebook author Eli Boschetto breaks down the state’s 455 miles of Oregon’s PCT into manageable sections—each with stunning routes that can be …
Many of the trailheads here in Oregon require a Northwest Forest Pass for parking. This includes popular trailheads for PCT access, where passes are required for both dayhikes as well as extended outings. Passes must be obtained in advance of your trip by printing at home, or purchasing from partner retailers or regional ranger stations. Because …
Happy New Hiking Year! Hope everyone enjoyed a festive holiday season. Following a pleasant holiday hiatus, PCT: Oregon is coming back online—with big plans to help you get out and enjoy your 2017 hiking adventures. Doubtless, many of you have probably made a resolution or two about hiking the Pacific Crest Trail—either in whole or part. Here …
Winter conditions are in effect for the PCT in Oregon. With temps dropping, rain falling and snow beginning to blanket Oregon’s peaks and higher elevations, the 2016 PCT hiking season has come to a close. Some lower elevation areas may still be accessible for dayhikes and weekend outings. If venturing out in winter conditions: Wear the …