Triple Crown Treks
Sunset over the Southern California desert mountains along the Pacific Crest Trail

Guided backpacking adventures on America's Triple Crown Trails.

No backpacking experience required — experience the magic of long-distance trail life without having to thru-hike thousands of miles.

Your First Step Into Trail Life

You Don't Need Experience. You Just Need a Place to Start.

Triple Crown Treks was built for the hikers who crave something real — a place to start, to connect, and to feel alive again. My fully guided section hikes on the Pacific Crest Trail teach you everything you need to know, from pitching your tent and filtering water to resupplying food and trusting your own two feet.

But what makes these treks special isn't just the trail skills — it's the trail family. You'll laugh, hike, and grow alongside an incredible group of people who, by the end of the week, start to feel like home. Whether you've never camped before or you're dreaming of your first thru-hike, you'll leave the mountains feeling grounded, confident, and deeply connected.

Backpackers posing together on a desert ridge in Southern California
Why Triple Crown Treks

What Makes Us Different?

Most guided treks do everything for you. We do things with you — because the best way to learn backpacking is by actually living it, together.

Backpacker celebrating with trekking poles raised at an alpine lake

Learn As You Go

Every trail skill is taught hands-on, in the moment you need it — so you leave with real, practical confidence, not just a checklist.

Guided by Real Thru-Hikers

Every guide has thru-hiked these trails themselves — you're learning from lived experience, not a manual.

No Pretense, Just Trail

No porters, no glamping — just honest, empowering trekking that keeps it real and accessible.

Welcoming Spaces

Join a co-ed or women-only group and feel supported, seen, and safe at every step.

How It Works

1

Choose Your Trek

Find the trek that matches your fitness level — no prior backpacking experience needed either way.

2

Reserve Your Spot

Reserve with a deposit and lock in your dates.

3

Get Prepared

We'll send gear guidance, a packing list, and host a pre-trek Zoom before you go.

4

Hit the Trail

Meet your crew at the trailhead and experience trail life together.

Stories From The Trail Family

Hikers, In Their Own Words

I met 6 strangers. We spent 5 days together in the wilderness, tired and stinky. By the end of the 5 days, we were family and I was looking for anyway to hold on to all of them. I will never be the same. Thank you all, especially Katie!

Mystery

PCT · October 2025 Trek

I absolutely loved going on my first backpacking trip with Katie! She was so understanding and helpful whenever I had any questions! I can't wait to see what future hikes she does and hopefully join those as well!

Cocoa

PCT · October 2025 Trek

I was expecting to have fun with some outdoor time but ended up experiencing the world with an incredible group that changed my life! As a new adult it's easy to forget how important play is and Katie facilitated the perfect trip for me to play, learn, and get outside on a budget - with the added bonus of having made new forever friends ❤️ Not only will I be delving into a new hobby I'm feeling more comfy with from now on, but I'll DEFINITELY be signing up for another trek with TripleCrownTreks!!!

Giggle Mafia

PCT · October 2025 Trek

Katie Dominguez at the Pacific Crest Trail Southern Terminus monument at sunrise
Meet Your Founder

I Had Camped Once Before Hiking the PCT.

I started the Pacific Crest Trail at 22 with almost no backpacking experience — I learned everything as I went. It was hard, humbling, and completely life-changing. Now I guide others through that first step so they don't have to figure it out alone.

My Story
Give Back

The Trails Give Us a Lot. We Believe In Giving Something Back.

Triple Crown Treks is committed to contributing roughly 10% of net profits toward Pacific Crest Trail stewardship and conservation, plus an annual guide-led trail magic trip for hikers on the PCT.

How We Give Back
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