September 17 – 23, 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 & Clayton “Waldo” Chandler
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.
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:
- Backpacking gear (full checklist will be provided)
- Meals (you’ll buy & carry your own trail food)
- Welcome dinner in Ashland
- Tent rental available ($60)
🧠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
đź‘Ł 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
đź’° Pricing:
$650 per person
(Max group size: 8 hikers)
A $250 nonrefundable deposit is required to reserve your spot. The remaining $400 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.
