What is the hardest section of the PCT?
What is the hardest section of the PCT? There's no two ways about it: Section K is tough. In fact, only California's infamous John Muir Trail section is considered more challenging on this iconic trail. But for those with the skills and desire, the hike from Stevens Pass to Rainy Pass is also one of the PCT's most rewarding.
What is the most beautiful part of the PCT?
Hart's Pass to Rainy Pass It's considered one of the most visually spectacular portions of the PCT, thanks to the craggy peaks and deep valleys of the North Cascades.
What is the easiest section of the PCT?
Considered by many to be “the easiest section of the Pacific Crest Trail”, crossing the Oregon border from California represents more than just the point in the trail where marijuana becomes legal for recreational use .
Where do you sleep on PCT?
There are a handful of cabins, pavilions and shelters down a side or adjoining trail, but these are not considered officially part of the PCT. Instead hikers on the PCT stay overnight on trail camp in established campgrounds on or near the trail or improvised sites found near the trail.
Is the PCT prettier than the AT?
The PCT has great views from day one. You're guaranteed a pretty panorama every day, and not just at viewpoints. Think about some of the PCT highlights. San Jacinto, Forester Pass, Kings Canyon, Crater Lake, and Goat Rocks, among others.
Why not to hike the PCT?
Extreme Temperatures. Weather on the PCT can range from extreme heat to extreme cold, even on the same day. The desert can get upwards of 100 degrees during the day and below freezing at night. Don't let the snow fool ya in the Sierra, it can get pretty dang hot there too.
How many thru hikers complete the PCT?
It is the record of the 2,607 people that have completed the entire Pacific Crest Trail. Remarkably, at least 47 people have done it more than once.
What percentage of hikers complete the PCT?
The Pacific Crest Trail Association estimates that 700 to 800 people attempt to thru-hike it each year, and about 15% to 35% (versus the AT's 25%) actually succeed.