Our first Section!
Starting southbound on the PCT requires considerable hiking north. Due to border legalities, hikers start at Harts Pass, hike 30 miles north to the northern terminus where they can officially start their trail. We started this stretch on a sunny Thursday afternoon, beyond thrilled to take our first PCT steps.
After a beautiful first day on the trail, the snow started! As we wound our way up mountain passes, gaining elevation with every switchback, out landscape transformed to a picturesque winter scene. Fortunately we were prepared! In gloves, hats, and full rain gear, we pushed through a full day and made camp. With great effort, we stayed dry and warm through days of mixed snow and rain while we touched the Canadian border!
Turning our tracks south, we found our first resupply back in Harts Pass, curry noodles, mac and cheese, and bean soup!
