The Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) winds for 460 miles along the crest of the Cascade Mountains in Oregon. From a high of 7,300 feet above sea level to a low of 200 feet, it traverses deep forest and mountain meadows, crosses whitewater streams and high-country vistas, and visits countless lakes, including Crater Lake, one of the wonders of the United States. Despite its reputation as a hardcore wilderness experience, the PCT is within a few hours of more...