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I completely update this site every year in early May to ensure all information is still accurate and add any new information.WA Resupply Guide for Multi-Section Hiking Includes mail-to locations, common trail access points by driving, the nearest hotels/hostels, and general availability of mobile phone signal at those points. Comparison of Each Section of the Trail in WA Includes general trail attributes for each section including distance, elevation change, max elevation, and water availability. Detailed Descriptions Detailed sequential descriptions of the trail. When to go - Avoiding Snow on the PCT Includes average dates for a snow-free trail, temperatures, fire risk, some key annual events Camping Permits The only portion of the PCT in Washington that requires a camping permit is in the North Cascades National Park, from High Bridge (Stehekin) to Rainy Pass, or for the Ross Lake alternate route. Food Storage Rules Food storage rules for each of the National Parks and National Forests the PCT runs thru. As well as popular practices. Public Transit to/from the PCT Lists all public transit options for getting close to PCT trailheads. The Most Challenging Creek Crossings The top most challenging Creek crossings on the trail, alternate routes, nd watershed maps Resources for Tracking Fire and Smoke Conditions A list of resources for current fire and smoke conditions near the trail Common Trail Access Points by Hiking In/Out Includes more detailed per-section descriptions of entry/exit options by hiking, when a drive-to option is not available. Alternate Route to Canada, Ross Lake (Section L) If snow or fire threatens your route from Rainy Pass to Canada, here is the common alternative route Risks on the PCT in Washington Death and injury data. Facebook groups I stop updating this web site each year by mid July. Facebook groups are a good place to get information about *current* PCT trail conditions and events. Here are a few of them.PCT: Washington
For general information about *current* PCT trail conditions and issues. PCT Washington Trail Angels
For Trail Angels offering assistance in WA, and for hikers seeking personal help with transportation, lodging, or on-trail assistance. PCT SOBO 2023
For people hiking southbound starting in WA Section L. PCT Class of 2023
For people hiking the entire PCT, typically going northbound.
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