September 19 – 25, 2026 | 7 Days Total / 5 Days on Trail | Intermediate | Co-Ed

PCT Section: Summit Lake Campground to Diamond Lake Lodge (~45 miles)

Guides: Katie “Trip” Dominguez & Caroline “Granny Candy” Roper

Walk a wild, beautiful stretch of the Pacific Crest Trail — and step into your next level as a backpacker.

This 5-day guided trek (7 days total) through Southern Oregon is designed for hikers ready to build on their backpacking foundation. Starting near Summit Lake and finishing at Diamond Lake, you’ll move through quiet forest and alpine lakes — and cap it all off with a celebratory stop at iconic Crater Lake. You’ll also hike through the highest point of the PCT in Oregon!

This is about finding rhythm on trail, deepening confidence, and experiencing the magic of long-distance hiking in one of the most beautiful sections of the PCT.

🏕 What’s Included:

• 5-day guided backpacking trip on the PCT (Summit Lake Campground to Diamond Lake Lodge, ~45 miles)
• First & last night of accommodation in Ashland
• Transportation from Ashland to the trailhead & return
• Supportive group environment with space to go at your own pace
• Trail education: water filtering, camp setup, resupply, Leave No Trace, and more
• Welcome orientation in Ashland
• Packing and food planning guidance before the trip
• COMPLETE PCT THRU-HIKING GUIDE (200+ pages worth $99)

❌❌ Not Included:

• Welcome dinner in Ashland
• Personal backpacking gear (we’ll guide you every step of the way)
• Meals (you’ll bring your own trail food)

🎒 Gear

Don’t have gear? No worries — most of our hikers are beginners.

• Full gear rental options available after booking
• Bring your own gear, or
• Rent a few key items from us (tent, etc.)

🧭 Itinerary Overview:

Day 1 – Meet in Ashland, group grocery run, welcome dinner & orientation

Day 2 – Shuttle to Summit Lake Campground, begin hike, wild camp

Day 3, 4 – Continue hiking north, learn backpacking skills on trail

Day 5 – Continue hiking north & camp at Diamond Lake Lodge

Day 6 – Early morning lake swim, stop at Crater Lake, transport back to Ashland & final night in accommodation

Day 7 – Departure from Ashland

👣 Who This Trek Is For:

• Beginner-to-intermediate backpackers
• Hikers who’ve done a few trips and want to go farther
• Aspiring thru-hikers building experience section by section
• Solo travelers looking for community and connection
• Anyone craving alpine lakes, quiet forests, and big Oregon energy

💰 Pricing:

$825 per person
(Max group size: 8 hikers)

A $250 nonrefundable deposit is required to reserve your spot. The remaining $575 is due 45 days before the trek start date.

Note: Your deposit holds your place and helps us plan transportation, permits, and logistics for your experience.

Ready to join us?

Spaces are limited and tend to fill quickly. Fill out the booking form to start your journey on the Pacific Crest Trail.