Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail that runs through three western states is already challenging. Now the grueling journey may become even tougher this year due to federal cuts.

The Pacific Crest Trail in the William O. Douglas Wilderness near Chinook Pass in September 2024. Some people fear proposed federal funding cuts could limit access to some trails in Washington state.

The Pacific Crest Trail Association (PCTA), the non-profit organization responsible for preserving and promoting the West Coast’s iconic 2,650-mile trail, announced on Wednesday that it will ...

Quick Facts The Pacific Crest Trail spans three states: California, Oregon, and Washington. When starting southbound in California, the trail begins at Campo, California, near the Mexican border.

EDMONDS, Wash. — The Pacific Crest Trail runs 2,650 miles from Mexico to Canada and through Washington's Cascade mountains, but folks looking to make the trek right now may not get to their ...