The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail (PCT) is a treasured pathway through some of the most outstanding scenic terrain in the United States. Beginning in southern California at the Mexican border, the PCT travels a total distance of 2,650 miles through California, Oregon, and Washington until reaching the Canadian border.
The PCT is one of the original National Scenic Trails established by Congress in the 1968 National Trails System Act. It is administered by the US Forest Service. The Forest Service partners with the Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service, California State Parks, and the Pacific Crest Trail Association to provide effective management and protection of the trail.
Thousands of hikers and equestrians enjoy this national treasure each year. Some only travel a few miles, while others complete every mile in a single season! For information on planning a trip on the PCT, visit the Pacific Crest Trail Association's homepage.
Please see the Table of Contents to the right for additional information about the PCT. Also browse our Frequently Asked Questions.
Click on, zoom through, and explore the Pacific Crest Trail. This interactive mapshows federal land managing boundaries and provides contact information along the trail.
ADZPCTKO 2012
The annual Kickoff event for the Pacific Crest Trail will occur April 27-29, 2012 at Lake Morena County Park.
Trail Fest 2012
PCTA will host Trail Fest July 27-29, 2012 at Northwoods Resort in Big Bear Lake, Calif. Back by popular demand will be the Trail Classes, Gear & Information Fair, and PCTA's Volunteer and Partner Awards.
