these books will make you want to tour the pct
Whether you’re gearing up for an upcoming hike or just dreaming of one day crossing PCT off your bucket list, we’ve rounded up 11 Pacific Ridge Trail books to add to your reading list. The PCT travels 2,650 miles from Mexico to Canada and attracts thousands of hikers for day hikes and hikes each year. If you read Savage by Cheryl Strayed and loved it, then these lesser known books about the Pacific Ridge Trail will be perfect for you. pick a couple or read all 11, and then at least take a pct day hike this summer or start planning your future hike!
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1. girl in the forest: a memory
girl in the woods is the true story of aspen matis. In 2008, Aspen was starting her freshman year of college when she was raped by another student. Unfortunately, as is very common, her family and her school were not giving her the support she needed. It was then that she decided to embark on a trek through the PCT. not to run away from her problems, but to find freedom and strength within herself. Along the way, Ella Aspen found trust, healing, and even love as she walked 30 miles a day for 5 months. find a copy
2. dance with groundhogs: a pacific ridge trail adventure
dances with groundhogs represents a walk through the pct through the eyes of new zealand george spearing. Although he had never hiked or backpacked before, George decided to take 5 months off from his job as a firefighter to go from Mexico to Canada. An easy read filled with humor and insights along the way, as one reviewer put it, “You won’t regret reading this book.” find a copy
3. a blistering kind of love: a couple’s trail test
a couple trail test is two perspectives on the pacific ridge trail in a book. Angela and Duffy take turns writing chapters as they tell their story, giving the reader insight into the unique experience of a walk through the PCT as seen by husband and wife. The Ballards provide helpful information on your pre-hike planning with gear recommendations, food, and a book reading list to help plan a hike. If you’re a couple dreaming of a trip up the Pacific Ridge Trail, this book is a must read.look for a copy
4. the pacific ridge trail
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the pacific ridge trail is the classic volume on hiking the pct. sure it was probably published before you were born and since 1984 the trail has changed and the gear is lighter, but many still consider it a must read for would-be hikers. And best of all, used copies are as little as $2.find a copy
5. the pacific ridge trail: exploring america’s wilderness trail
unlike the other titles on this list, the pacific ridge trail: exploring america’s wilderness trail is not a memoir or personal account, but rather a coffee table book published with the pacific ridge trail association. A perfect gift for anyone who loves the outdoors, this book is packed with beautiful pictures, history, trail tips, and even a fold-out trail map. And you don’t have to be a hiker, there’s plenty of information for day hikers too.find a copy
6. halfway home: the story of a father and his son hiking the pacific ridge trail
Half way home he follows a father and son duo on their pct walk. If you’re a parent who’s always wanted to hike with a son or daughter, or a child who dreams of sharing an epic adventure with parents, this book is for you. It also covers a wealth of trail tips and strategies for a successful hike across the Pacific Ridge.find a copy
7. skywalker: ups and downs on the pacific ridge trail
The author of Skywalker has written several books about his adventures traveling not only the PCT but also the Appalachian Trail and Camino de Santiago. one of the best parts of his book is meeting the characters he walks with along the way. it’s full of hilarious backstories about the guy’s trail names and his own mistakes along the way. find a copy
8. ridge ride: walk 2600 miles from mexico to canada
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ride on the ridge is another classic from the 80’s. the author begins her hike on the pacific ridge trail with the experience of previously hiking the appalachian trail. She soon discovers that her pct has many unique challenges for her. Well-reviewed by hikers and hikers alike, Cindy’s account of her time at PCT is an entertaining read.find a copy
9. mile 445: hooked on his hiking boots
mile 455 is a true story that sounds like a hollywood romantic comedy. Claire begins her hike alone at the Mexican border, but soon meets a handsome hiker by the trail name Big Spoon. it’s love at first sight and at mile 445 and only 30 days after the walk they get married.find a copy
10. hiking will break your heart: a pacific ridge trail adventure
hiking will break your heart is written by carrot quinn, an experienced and successful hiker. His writing is unique and entertaining, and once he finishes the book, he can head over to his blog for additional tips and information that can help you plan your hike.find a copy
11. hikertrash: life on the pacific ridge trail
The last pick on our hikers’ junk list is another book about a couple hiking the pct. Erin and Ella’s husband, Carl, sold her house and began a life of adventure, first traveling abroad and then deciding to hike the Pacific Ridge Trail. The book includes helpful information on leaving no trail, her gear list, trail recipes, and 6 detailed maps.find a copy
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