Pacific Crest Trail section J (Snoqualmie Pass to Stevens Pass) DIFFICULT 88.9 mi. And the more I proceeded south, the clouds rolled in and I was getting beat up by the winds coming up on both sides of the saddle. They had fuel. Got almost 2 liters of water. Most of the trail is desert scrub and cacti with fo… Took my time. Doing a study like this for the PCT is a challenge because so many hikers use occasional "alternate routes" to get to Canada that are not part of the official PCT. The old Halfmile… The Washington section of the trail has several high passes and ridges. The Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) is an international patent law treaty, concluded in 1970.It provides a unified procedure for filing patent applications to protect inventions in each of its contracting states. However, it was too early in the day for that anyway. If you are using a desktop computer or Garmin GPS, scroll down this page to the .ZIP links.All data… Contributions to WTA are tax deductible, and we are committed to making the best use of every donation to our mission. More about filing a PCT application directly at … Lutz Lake is small and shallow and as near as I can tell a stagnant pool of water. Water on a couple occasions was tough to find as many sources dried up. The Pacific Crest Trail (commonly abbreviated as the PCT, and occasionally designated as the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail) is a long-distance hiking and equestrian trail closely aligned with the highest portion of the Sierra Nevada and Cascade mountain ranges, which lie 100 to 150 miles (160 to 240 km) east of the U.S. Pacific coast. Day 1: White Pass to Lutz Lake This section begins at the Bridge of the Gods (elev. Trail is downhill to Lutz Lake. but I think it would have been 16+ miles RT so I went close to 5 miles in on the PCT North from Rock Creek Pass and hiked back via Forrest roads 2070, 2000 and 2090. The amazing views of goat rocks and old snowy made it all worthwhile. Lovely day, nice camp. Spectacular but added a lot of difficulty. Download our guide to access the PCT map, tracks, waypoints, and comments! Not applicable to Macau, China. However, it will take you through one of the PCT's (and Washington's) most impressive sections (Washington Section K). I will do this hike again in a heartbeat but next time plan for 3-5 days…or more. After FR 2070 the PCT north from what I saw minus one blowdown is in great condition.) Packwood glacier was beautiful and more snow than I expected. Beginning from the Bridge of the Gods in the Columbia River Gorge, the Pacific Crest Trail zags unassumingly west, away from Highway 14. From a half sleep, I noticed the winds had dropped off and I poked my head out of my tent to most spectacular view I have encountered - my flat ground was above the cloud and in the distance I could see the peaks of Rainier, Adam and Hood..and St. Helens poked up a little bit. (93 miles around Mt Rainier, in case you’ve never heard of it.) I started hiking at 9:15am and stopped for a snack at Shoe Lake at around 1:30pm. One person found this helpful. My cousin in Virginia, Rick, was extremely interested in a one-week hike, as were some fellow magazine editors I know--Chuck , Beth and Kevin. PCT - Washington Section H: network: rwn: ref: 2000: route: hiking: type: route: wta:name: pacific-crest-trail-section-h-bridge-of-gods-to-white-pass: Members 24 members. I saw many through hikers during this time (Aug. 30-Sept. 13). Lake questionable. Down til last water for 10 miles and level to camp at Walupt Lake trail jct. The kids arrived about 5 min later. Subscribe to our free email newsletter for hiking events, news, gear reviews and more. After Northern California and Oregon, both of which are found generally disappointing or unappealing by large swaths of which PCT hikers, we reach a contender for “favorite section of the PCT”: Washington (more specifically, the North Cascades). The problems are not new. :) Walked over the Pass to campsite CS2287. Applies also to Hong Kong, China with effect from 1 July 1997. Bed at 8pm So basically it's worth the extra effort. Chilly night but not bad. Crossed wide fast flowing creek. Yet those intrepid enough to attempt it are rewarded with a true wilderness experience in and among some of … All the new ground cover and flowers were quite a beautiful site. I arrived at Hidden Springs, my second camping option shortly after leaving Shoe Lake, too early for camping so I skipped the .3 miles to check it out. The White Pass Ski Area is nearby, and the Village Inn Condominiums across the street are sometimes available for thru-hikers. Had to hike with buff over face to breath better. Room for 6 tents. Up hill all day and all day and all day through Cispus Pass! An additional seven miles was added beyond the border by the Canadian government to provide access to Highway 3 in British Columbia's Manning Provincial Park (elev. Set alarms for 5am then 5:30am and got up at 6am. Elevation gain steady all day. My camping destination was Snowgrass Flats and after lunch made my way in the fog down the PCT. Most spend late spring in … The sun was out and I moved the tent and all my gear into the sun to thaw out. The Pacific Crest Trail (commonly abbreviated as the PCT, and officially designated as the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail) is a long-distance hiking and equestrian trail closely aligned with the highest portion of the Sierra Nevada and Cascade mountain ranges, which lie 100 to 150 miles (160 to 240 km) east of the U.S. Pacific coast. Got water on the other side. Up at 6am. Pacific Crest Trail. I, only completed 150 miles, so major props to those completing the entire PCT. Made coffee and dinner. PACIFIC CREST TRAIL MAP WASHINGTON. “Pacific Crest Trail: Oregon and Washington,” by Jeffery Schaffer and Andy Selters. I did not sleep a wink...barely. Could rain. The kids arrived about 10 min later. Not too difficult day. 2. It was clear there but you could tell the clouds were coming in and I was hoping The Knife would be clear. Great hike and mountain views!!! Relation: PCT - Washington Section H (1285294) Minor corrections and additions along the Pacific Crest Trail near White Pass and Walupt Lake. I have never seen that side of the Goat Rock Wilderness and took many pictures. Talked to northbounder who was now southbounding. Day 3. Mount Adams, 12,276 feet high, in the center of the Mount Adams wilderness. Surprisingly, both my garmin inreach and suunto watch had trouble locating me on this route. Shoe Lake wonderful. Download the free Lost Lake topo map. Create your own fully customizable gear list with weight, pricing and divisable by section. Took alternate PCT loop to Old Snowy. Elevations Profiles The big picture. 705 2nd Ave, Suite 300 While being somewhat open, there is kind of a suitable flatter spot that could be used in a pinch if arriving at dusk or later. I found camping is restricted at Shoe Lake. The 40 days I spent hiking across Washington in … E-mail: PCT Receiving Office Tel: +41 22 338 9222. Nannie Ridge Trail to Sheep Lake 7.8 miles. In tent at 7:45pm I have never hiked north of Old Snowy on the PCT and it was more beautiful than I hoped. Includes amphibians, birds, mammals and reptiles. But life has given several brick walls that were harder to negotiate and they were on flat ground. PCT: CA Section H - Crabtree Meadow to Tuolumne Meadow is a 188.2 mile heavily trafficked point-to-point trail located near Lone Pine, California that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as difficult. Slow going but well worth it. Edited 17 days ago by ejain Snowgrass Flats to McCall Basin. Up to camp after seasonal spring mile 2251. :) In tent by 5pm. Day 6, PCT Mile 2279-2287. 180'), on the Columbia River, and ends at Monument 78 on the Canadian border (elev. I took a more exposed site but really good if it doesn't rain. Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) Section H - Bridge of the Gods to White Pass, Multiple authors contributed to this report. A number of Alaskan and Canadian plants, including Alaska cedar and grand fir, are found in Washington. EASY 2.0 mi. High winds. Section H: Bridge of the Gods to White Pass (PCT 2144.2 – 2292.4, 148.2 miles) Section H is the longest section in Washington, and the most varied. For an explanation on why this series is happening, check out Part 1. McCall Basin to Camp 20 below Hogback Mtn, via Shoe Lake where we got water. I sat next to them and had a snack myself. Tent caved in from all sides all night. 3,800'). Climbing up Cispus Pass and then to Lilly Basin, there was hardly a camping spot available. They can be purchased from the Pacific Crest Trail Association online store or other National Geographic Map retailers. If you are using a desktop computer or Garmin GPS, scroll down this page to the .ZIP links.All data… Wonderful trip and beautiful despite all the smoke. Pacific Crest Trail, 4271 km, 2654 miles, about 250 days. This part of the PCT winds its way through the hot and arid desert where you hit your first significant climbing in the San Jacinto mountains. 10 Favorite Pacific Crest Trail Section Hikes and Places. There are more tent sites along the PCT after Lutz Lake within a mile of the lake. The PCT takes off from the north side of Highway 14, just south of Bridge of the Gods. Nearly 29 miles of the PCT cut through this area dotted with … Almost time for bed. Shoe lake and its deep blue water, at the top of the last climb was pretty epic; as was the trail down hogback ridge. I section hiked the PCT over the course of 1994 and 1996. Section H, being so long at 145 miles, has two. I had 3 camping options, Shoe Lake, Hidden Springs and Tieton Pass. Horses are also able to use this trail. Wanted to camp close to Cispus Basin. Its path travels from the US-Mexico border to the northern US-Canada border, passing through California, Oregon, and Washington. No track for this 5 miles (phone battery low). The PCT starts at the Stevens Pass Ski Resort off of Highway 2. The trail is primarily used for hiking, camping, horses, and backpacking and is best used from June until October. Wisps of clouds (fog really) were coming from west to east over The Knife but things were still visible. will import this data using the smartphone web browser. Relation: PCT - Washington Section H (1285294) Minor corrections and additions along the Pacific Crest Trail near White Pass and Walupt Lake. It was the longest section hike of my hiking years and a transformative experience. Our tax identification number is EIN 91-0900134. Found camp at mile 2279, half-mile before McCall basin. This is the story of the Washington section of my PCT adventure. Once, you get near Mount Adams (mile 80) the views open up. Decided my plan for the day was go to McCall Basin. Way Pacific Crest Trail (86370346) Way Pacific Crest Trail (546246823) Way Pacific Crest Trail (546246820) Way Pacific Crest Trail (546246825) Way Pacific Crest Trail (546246821) Day 5, my son met me near Killeen creek (mile 90) with some resupply. Trail was in great shape. 500 Miles. Had to push on up another mile to a wonderful camp at 2272.1. I was fortunate to have this space. Many smartphone GPS apps such at Gaia GPS, TopoMaps, MotionX GPS, etc. I then have a section for northern California ending at Saied Valley, a section for Oregon ending at Cascade Locks and a section for Washington ending at the Canadian border. Skyline Lake. It was 2.5 days and over the Labor Day weekend from 9-3-16 to 9-5-16. Washington. Filing a PCT application at the receiving Office of the International Bureau. Was up early to hopefully beat the traffic crossing the "knifes edge". My real "hurdle" was the trail from Coytote Trail to Old Snowy Mtn. 4 miles to go you start passing the ski resort and see a few chair lifts. Hotter than yesterday and very smokey from Cascade Locks Fire. Barren of tall vegetation, slightly windy and beautiful. Passed roughly 100 hikers over the last 12 miles down to the trail head. Had cell service contacted Friends and Family. I got there at 4:30pm to find a group of 4 with 3 tents setup and flat spots for two more tents. Buy. Region: Columbia Cascades. attempted PCT North via Rock Creek Pass TH to Mowich Butte (all downhill on the way in with some narrow trail areas. Next year...I'll shoot for over 100 miles in one hike. Due to the south-to-north trend of hiking the Pacific Crest Trail, Washington seldom gets the praise it’s due as hikers hurry to get through before the winter storms. I needed to go back to work and there was a concrete opportunity. And you thought the Sierra were hard! Day 2, PCT Mile 2238-2251. up at 5 AM, breakfast pack up by 7:20 AM. DIFFICULT 5.1 mi. Edited 17 days ago by ejain This portion of the trail skirts the base of Mount Adams and ambles across Goat Rocks Wilderness, ending just south of the crown jewel of the Cascades — 14,411-foot Mount Rainier. Each volume of this new series focuses on section-by-section pieces of the PCT and includes the following features: Tough trail, much of it Alpine with Ricky loose trails and lots of up and down. She skipped Oregon and South bounded Washington to avoid fires. Adding another 1043ft to elevation. First 5 + days basically saw very few hikers other than 4 thru hikers. Day 5, PCT Mile 2272-2279. They offered me a spot next to them and I took it without hesitation. PCT: WA Section I - Highway 12 to Snoqualmie Pass is a 93.6 mile moderately trafficked point-to-point trail located near Naches, Washington that features a great forest setting and is rated as difficult. This site serves as a news and info resource for hiking the Pacific Crest Trail in Oregon, and as a supplement to the guidebook, Hiking the PCT: Oregon.Here, you will find trail news, conditions reports (seasonal), trip planning tips, gear reviews, local resources and more. 5. Congrats to Chistof. Long gradual decent to lava springs. It was hard to tell if it was flowing or not. She was coming to grips that this may be her last leg due to fires. Trout Lake temp forecasted for 101. Your last days on this section are spent in some of the most stunning scenery of the entire trail -- the Goat Rocks Wilderness. My hiking buddies and I just completed section hiking the PCT thru Washington just yesterday! An awesome experience. 500 miles in Washington (2,638 miles total). Section Miles: Complete: SR178 at Walker Pass to Mt Whitney PCT G: 71.8: Mt Whitney to Tuolumne Meadows PCT H: 128.8: Tuolumne Meadows to Sonora Pass PCT I: 74.1: Sonora Pass to Echo Lake Resort PCT J: 76.2: Echo Lake Rsrt to Donner Pass I-80 PCT K: 63.7 Kendall Peak via Pacific Crest Trail. We needed the extra morning sleep. One advantage to section hiking is that you can hike the portions of the PCT at their optimum. 5 miles till White Pass. Cooler tonight. 5.9 miles, minimal elevation change. Saw no one else from 4am to 11am. Twice. All PCT Contracting States are bound by Chapter II of the PCT relating to the international preliminary examination. The Pacific Crest Trail, also known as the PCT, is America’s second longest trail, stretching from Mexico to Canada through the states of California, Oregon, and Washington. Took my time. There is no immediately accessible parking. I put the fly on tonight. *** Read more. Also took Snag Creek trail (Snag Creek/PCT trail junction) to Forrest road 2070 (trail is very faint in spots with lots of debris but you can still see tread in the distance). will import this data using the smartphone web browser. The glacier on Mount Adams almost appears blue and amazingly just dangles off the top of the mountain. Tieton Pass, was touted by hikers heading northbound as being open with camping but I found just the opposite. Up up up all the way to the junction of PCT an old snowy. Contacted all the family. One advantage to section hiking is that you can hike the portions of the PCT at their optimum. Pacific Crest Trail hikers strive for the state of Washington. This is the last part of a five-part series. The last 400 ft up to the junction of Old Snowy was one of the steepest sections I’ve hike in a while. Way Pacific Crest Trail (86370346) Way Pacific Crest Trail (546246823) Way Pacific Crest Trail (546246820) Way Pacific Crest Trail (546246825) Way Pacific Crest Trail (546246821) Extending all the way from Canada to Mexico, with National Scenic Trail status, the spectacular Pacific Crest Trail is one of this country’s great long-distance wilderness trails.. The Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), officially designated as the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail, is a long-distance hiking and equestrian trail closely aligned with the highest portion of the Cascade and Sierra Nevada mountain ranges, which lie 100 to 150 miles (160 to 240 km) east of the U.S. Pacific coast. Offering spectacular views of the three southern volcanoes (Rainier, St. Helens and Adams), lakes, meadows and wildlife over relatively moderate terrain, Section H is the perfect starting point for the Washington portion of the Pacific Crest Trail. While prepared to do it alone, I soon heard from friends interested in joining me. These handy new map booklets are the result of a collaboration between Halfmile and National Geographic. Dramatically rugged, the Goat Rocks includes some of the more challenging terrain on the PCT, including a knife-edge traverse, and and a traverse of the Packwood Glacier. An interactive map of the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) complete with a state-by-state breakdown, state maps, section highlights, length and highest elevation. In retrospect...i've got tears welling up. It took us 7 seasons, 51 days, 500 miles, and 72,725' elevation gain. Round the mountain on its west flanks, and then hike along the border between the national forest and the Yakama Indian Reservation. Some blowdowns as well as overgrown in places with lots of leaf debris on trail. The accent from Lutz Lake to Elk Pass is a beautiful one indeed, especially hiking above timberline. With the declaration provided for in PCT Article 64(5). Got water and lunch. Since this wasn’t what I expected, I headed further south toward Lutz Lake hoping to find a spot. The Pacific Crest Trail Class of 2018 shares insights on all things PCT - from gear to resupply strategy. The trail is primarily used for hiking, camping, horses, and backpacking and is best used from June until October. MAPS USED: Washington Section K, Washington Section L. NOTE: The hike described here requires a bit more in the logistics department than most of the other's I've mentioned until now. In tent by 730 because of the cold and the wind. Arrange a drop-off, hike across from Oregon, or take the West End Transit (WET) bus from Skamania County. Lunch. Day 4, PCT Mile 2262-2272. PCT - Washington Read More. The southern portion, from Cascade Locks to Trout Lake, is almost exclusively through subalpine conifer forest A stark contrast to yesterday morning. This hike will take you over most of the major Sierra passes along the PCT including Forester Pass – the highest point on the trail at 13,120 ft / 3,999 m (PCT 779.5). Kids helped me pack up in the morning...very windy! Gorgeous views today. Section H of the Pacific Crest Trail goes from the Bridge of the Gods at the Columbia River to White Pass near Mt. Complete Gear Lists Hundreds of complete gear lists by those that walked the walk. Offering spectacular views of the three southern volcanoes (Rainier, St. Helens and Adams), lakes, meadows and wildlife over relatively moderate terrain, Section H is the perfect starting point for the Washington portion of the Pacific Crest Trail. On the pct north in this area there was a large creek crossing with slippery rocks so I opted for snag creek trail instead after getting my boot wet. Halfmile's PCT maps have been replaced by a new series of Pacific Crest Trail maps from National Geographic. I found a peace in my mind and thought clearer than I had since I decided to join the Navy. There was a section of forest recovering from a forest fire in 2012. Around the 7000 ft. level the clouds came in thick and we were hiking The Knife in clouds (fog), white on both sides with nothing to see. I chose a 147-mile section of the trail--the longest PCT section in the state without a town stop or major highway crossing. This trail is also known as PCT. Snowgrass Flats to Snowgrass Trailhead #96. Got extra cooking water that another small seasonal stream. In Washington the trail crosses the Cascades, passing through North Cascades National Park and Mount Rainier National Park. Steep up til lunch and hotter than yesterday. PCT: WA Section H - Cascade Locks to Highway 12 (White Pass) is a 138.2 mile moderately trafficked point-to-point trail located near Stevenson, Washington that features a great forest setting and is rated as difficult. But this solo hiking experience changed me in so many ways I could have NEVER imagined. We left early and missed most of the heat and while hot, had cool offshore breeze all day. Elk Pass was what I expected. Have to admit it was pretty spectacular. Pacific Crest Trail through WA (WA) Route: Pacific Crest Trail through WA (WA) ... 22, 2018, I plan to start at the Canadian border for a self-supported Fastest Known Time (FKT) attempt of the 505-mile Washington Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) section. I stayed here for over an hour. 3. Section H: Bridge of the Gods to White Pass (PCT 2144.2 – 2292.4, 148.2 miles) Section H is the longest section in Washington, and the most varied. Continuing north, you'll leave Indian Heaven and re-enter Gifford Pinchot National Forest, meandering on the edge of the Dark Divide Roadless Area, before reaching the base of Mount Adams, 12,276 feet high, in the center of the Mount Adams wilderness. Amazing adventure! Section hiked this trail with friend who is doing the entire PCT. It was interesting and fun to share tent sites with 5 other people. The trail is primarily used for hiking, camping, horses, and backpacking and is best used from June until October. Maps | Pictures | Stories (NOTE: I forgot to start track until PCT-Old Snowy Jct. Being Labor Day Weekend, there was most likely more people than normal which made it fun. It's everything you need to know about the PCT. Getting ride for a Saturday pickup. The initial climb in a long one, through lush, green forest  before turning back east, crossing into the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, and then turning north into the Indian Heaven Wilderness. PCT - Washington Section J is a 69.5 mile trail in Washington. I woke up the next morning to frost on my tent fly since my tent was in the shade of large trees. Find walking maps and guidebooks, self guided walking holidays and hiking tours. Halfmile's Pacific Crest Trail GPS data is available in .GPX file format for hiker's personal use. This hike started at Trout Lake, Wa, PCT mile 2226, for a 66 mile - 6.5 day hike to White Pass, Wa from 9-3-17 to 9-9-17. It was the crossing over the Bridge of the Gods which spans the Columbia River and connects Oregon and Washington where I first began to feel that our trip was in its final days, along with the feelings of excitement and sadness that the impending end of such a trip produces. Multiple authors contributed to this report. Maps: Halfmile: Washington Section H (zip) USFS: Southern Washington Map #9 July 17th, 2018. Cold and blowing all night. The wife was late to pick me up at the trailhead but due to my excitement, I didn't mind the 1/2 mile walk to the Cracker Barrel for a drink. Got back Saturday night from a 15-day hike of Section H--147 miles of the PCT from the Columbia River to White Pass. Sheep Lake to camp #14 near Snowgrass Flats. 4. Washington Section K: 116.7: Highway 20 To Highway 3 - PCT L. Washington Section L: 69.1: Pacific Crest Trail: The Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) is the jewel in the crown corridor. At Lilly Basin, I camped about as high up as you could find a spot below old snowy. As I have spent half of my life living in SW Washington, a break from 16 months of going nowhere in job searching in San Diego was just what I wanted. 7,126′) is the highest and is located only eight miles before the Canadian border. Section H of the Pacific Crest Trail runs 147.5 miles from the Bridge of the Gods in the Columbia River Gorge, at the border of Oregon and Washington states, to White Pass near Mount Rainier in central Washington. No breakfast up here. 4,240'). Even goat lake was still covered in ice and snow. The weather for this hike as great, clouds and all. Many beautiful mountain lakes along the way. Their support and geographies — the notoriously difficult, dry “Desert” section of Southern California and the northern Cascades in Washington (the end for NOBOs and the beginning for SOBOs) — are also noteworthy. Eventually she arrived but wasn't much for a hug until I showered lol. Each PCT WA section has its own distinct personality. The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail is an epic journey of over 2650 miles (4260 km) in length and is one of the most popular thru-hiking trails in the United States. Compare … No water. Round the mountain on its west flanks, and then hike along the border between the national forest and the Yakama Indian Reservation. Dogs and horses are also able to use this trail. With the declaration provided for in PCT Article 64(2)(a)(ii). I tried hiking to Shoe Lake a couple years before but was stopped by snow and was glad to see the trail to Shoe Lake was clear. Dinner with neighbors. 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