Pacific Crest Trail Oregon Section

After 1 689 2 mi 2 718 5 km the pacific crest trail finally enters its second state.

Pacific crest trail oregon section. The eastern and western halves of the state of oregon have distinct ecoregions and the pct runs right up the middle. Hiking the pacific crest trail. 4 310 in southern oregon to the washington border this section is both the shortest and the easiest to hike or ride.

Oregon coming in at 456 miles oregon is the shortest state on the pct. The pacific crest trail has become an iconic american long distance backpacking route that captures the adventurous spirits of thousands of thru hikers every year who dream of traversing the country by foot. Some sections lack natural water sources and finding water may be an issue.

It is also considered to be one of the easiest to hike. The trail is snow covered for much of the year. Zoom to print pdf version.

Oregon s cascade range is a subdued volcanic landscape with a gentle crest that is fairly constant in elevation. California oregon and washington. The state is divided into six trail sections and is presented in a manner to make the pct accessible to hikers of all abilities and interests.

The pacific crest trail is closed in oregon. The pacific crest trail pct begins in southern california at the mexican border and travels a total distance of 2 650 miles through california oregon and washington until reaching the canadian border. At high elevations dangerous or laborious snow may hinder travel well into june or july.

The pacific crest trail stretches a length of 2 659 miles from mexico to canada through three states. All trails including the pct campgrounds day use areas etc. Oregon by eli boschetto covers the entire 455 2 mile stretch of the pct through oregon in this comprehensive guidebook for hiking the world famous long distance trail.