For many people, the Pacific Crest Trail is the ultimate long-distance
hiking trail. Beginning in the dry valleys of southern California, it
follows the crest of the snow-capped Sierras and ends in the ancient
forests of Washington's Cascades. Along the way, national treasures such
as Yosemite, Crater Lake, and Mount Rainier make this trail one of the
premier hiking destinations in the world. But hiking is about much more
than getting from A to B. Berger and Smith draw on their tremendous
experience--together they have logged more than 12,000 miles on the
PCT--to give tested advice to long-distance hikers on trip planning,
gear and safety, seasonal considerations, trailheads and resupplies,
permits, and much more.