The Pacific Crest Trail: Oregon & WashingtonThe 2,650-mile Pacific Crest Trail, adopted by Congress as a National Scenic Trail, passes through some of the most breathtaking scenery in the United States. This two-volume set is a comprehensive guide to the Pacific Crest Trail in California, Oregon and Washington. Includes topographic strip maps, and verbal descriptions of the route, including mileages and elevations. Chapters include information on planning your hike, history of the trail, and the geology and ecology of the land. |
Contents
Planning Your PCT Hike | 7 |
PCT Natural History | 25 |
Using This Guide | 37 |
Copyright | |
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