The pacific crest trail (pct) is over 2600 miles, traversing both the mexican and the canadian border. Along the way, the pct passes through stunning scenery. The desert. The high desert. Frozen mountaintops. Hidden glades. Mountain pools. There's no wonder that hundreds of hikers try to thru-hike the trail and thousands more hike smaller sections. This guide is useful for thru hikers, section hikers, or day hikers, describing the official route, alternates, side trips, and good places to resupply.