Pacific Northwest Trail Hiking Guide 2025

Pacific Northwest Trail Hiking Guide 2025: From Glacier Peaks to Ocean Breezes
Stretching 1,200 miles across the wildest corners of the American Northwest, the Pacific Northwest Trail (PNT) is a hidden gem among long-distance treks. From the soaring peaks of Glacier National Park to the rugged coastline of the Olympic Peninsula, this trail weaves through alpine ridgelines, ancient forests, remote rivers, and vibrant small townsshowcasing the very soul of the Pacific Northwest.
The Pacific Northwest Trail Hiking Guide 2025 is your trusted companion for taking on this diverse and challenging route. Whether you're attempting the full thru-hike or exploring one spectacular section at a time, this guide will help you hike smarter, safer, and deeper.
What's Inside:

• Full trail breakdowns by region: Montana, Idaho, Washington
• GPS-enabled maps, resupply points & daily mileage suggestions
• Permits, trail town logistics, and section-by-section planning
• Expert tips on navigation, water sources, bear safety, and gear
• Seasonal guidance for snowpack, wildfires, and weather risks in 2025
• Camping & accommodation options from backcountry to hostels
• Cultural and scenic highlightsincluding Ross Lake, Pasayten Wilderness, and Cape Alava

From grizzly country to coastal rainforests, this trail is not for the faint of heartbut for those who crave solitude, raw wilderness, and panoramic beauty, the PNT offers an unmatched journey across the spine of the Northwest.
Let this 2025 guide lead you step by step across mountains, forests, and tidesthrough one of North America's most spectacular and lesser-known long-distance trails.
Adventure westward. The Pacific is waiting.