Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail #2000
The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail #2000 is a continuous path that spans 2,650 miles from Mexico to Canada through California, Oregon, and Washington. The Pacific Crest Trail connects people to world-renowned desert, alpine, volcanic, and forested landscapes, and favors lands that appear wild and free from development.
The Pacific Crest Trail within Gifford Pinchot National Forest begins in the Columbia Gorge and runs north to enter Gifford Pinchot National Forest just south of Wind River Experimental Forest and continues north through Indian Heaven Wilderness, Mt Adams Wilderness, and Goat Rocks Wilderness and then into William O. Douglas Wilderness and Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest.
Gifford Pinchot National Forest Pacific Crest Trail segments:
- Pacific Crest Trail, Mt. Adams area
- Pacific Crest Trail, Goat Rocks area
- Pacific Crest Trail, William O. Douglas area
More information:
- Pacific Crest Trail, US Forest Service - maps, information
- Pacific Crest Trail Association - conditions, maps and information
Specific Trail Information
Trail Number
General Information
Low elevation trails typically melt out by mid-May. High elevation trails typically melt out by mid-July. Snow may persist in spots on north facing slopes. There may be downed trees, washouts, and/or landslides on trails. Carrying mosquito repellent is advisable. Backcountry creeks and streams may dry out so plan ahead in case you need to bring in water. Recreating in burned areas poses greater risks. See safety tips for burned areas. Please assist in reporting wildfires by calling 911 or Columbia Dispatch at (360) 891-5140. Sign up for emergency alerts by county.
Recreation Passes are required at some trailheads. Be sure to check what sites charge a day use fee.
Wilderness regulations apply in designated Wilderness.
Getting There
Directions
Access points:
- Crest Camp Trailhead (south of Indian Heaven)
- Forest Road 88 - Pacific Crest Trailhead (southwest of Mt Adams)
- Potato Hill - Pacific Crest Trailhead (north of Mt Adams)
- Midway - Pacific Crest Trailhead (south of Goat Rocks)
Additional Information
Operated By
Forest Service
Nearby Recreation Sites
Recreation Groups
The Pacific Crest Trail within Gifford Pinchot National Forest begins in the Columbia Gorge and runs north to enter Gifford Pinchot National Forest just south of Wind River