BeginnerOpen
Pacific Crest Trail
Intro to Thru-Hiking
Walk the first section of the Pacific Crest Trail — and discover what you're made of.
7
days
~40
miles
Upcoming Treks
Which Trek Fits You?
Every Triple Crown Treks trip is a guided section of the Pacific Crest Trail. Our difficulty ratings reflect the physical demands of each trek, not how much backpacking experience you have — no previous backpacking experience is required for either trip.
IntermediateOpen
Pacific Crest Trail
Forest to Crater
Walk a wild, beautiful stretch of the Pacific Crest Trail — and step into your next level as a backpacker.
7
days
~45
miles
Compare Treks
| Trek | Difficulty | Mileage | Duration | Fitness Level | Prior Backpacking Experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego, California — Intro to Thru-Hiking | Beginner | ~40 miles | 7 days (5 on trail) | Moderate | None required |
| Ashland, Oregon — Forest to Crater | Intermediate | ~45 miles | 7 days (5 on trail) | Strong | None required |
A Note on Difficulty
Our difficulty ratings reflect the physical demands of each trek — not how much backpacking experience you have. No previous backpacking experience is required for either trip. We teach every trail skill you need either way; what differs is how physically demanding each trek is.
BeginnerCalifornia
Designed for a moderate baseline of fitness. A mid-trek food resupply means you won't carry your full trip's food from day one — a more forgiving introduction to trail life.
IntermediateOregon
Requires a stronger baseline of fitness than our Beginner trek — more sustained mileage, higher elevation, and no mid-trek resupply, so you'll carry more food weight from the start.