Adventure on the PCT
$1,000.00
$1,000.00
per item
Are you ready to escape the ordinary and embark on an unforgettable adventure into the great outdoors? Join us for a transformative journey as we teach you the art of backpacking on one of the most iconic trails in the world!
Our “learning how to backpack trip” is designed for individuals who crave the thrill of exploration and wish to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature. Whether you’re a complete novice or have some hiking experience, this trip is tailored to cater to all skill levels, ensuring a safe and enjoyable adventure for everyone involved!
Our “learning how to backpack trip” is designed for individuals who crave the thrill of exploration and wish to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature. Whether you’re a complete novice or have some hiking experience, this trip is tailored to cater to all skill levels, ensuring a safe and enjoyable adventure for everyone involved!
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Embark on Backpacking Adventure: A Beginner's Guide (PCT Style)Nestled in the heart of the Pacific Northwest, the Columbia Gorge offers an outdoor enthusiast’s paradise, with its dramatic landscapes, lush forests, epic waterfalls, and awe-inspiring vistas. Embark on an unforgettable 4-day, 3-night backpacking journey along a section of the infamous Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) as it winds its way, immersing you in its rugged beauty and rich history as you follow in the footsteps of pioneers and through-hikes alike! You’ll experience nature in its purest form and forge a deep connection with not only the wilderness you’re entering but the folks you are entering with as well!
Your Rare Earth Guide team provides expert-led backpacking trips! Yes, yes sure we will take care of all the little nuances in planning a trip like this such as fees, permits, and meal planning. But that bonding that happens out on the trail and setting up camp? The friendships forged while out going through it in the thick of it? Those are the experiences of a lifetime that we pride ourselves on cultivating here at Rare Earth for you! Experience LevelYour guides will teach you everything you need to know about backpacking. No experience necessary!
Participants must be able to hike up to 10 miles a day up moderate inclines while carrying a 40lb (or heavier) pack. Skills Covered
Itinerary
Day 1:
We start our journey off by rendezvousing at our gear shop located in the “Gateway to the Gorge” aka Troutdale, OR. Here you will meet your guide(s) and they will conduct an orientation meeting on what to expect in the coming days! From the shop we head out in the vans to the wilderness where the real adventure will begin with a shorter hike to camp for your first night in the backcountry! Day 2/3: We continue our journey deeper into the wilderness and honing in on our backpacking skills. Day 4: Our time together is coming to a close, we pack up camp for the last time, eat our last bits of granola and make our way back to the “Front country” as we like to call it. Cherishing the memories and laughs that were made as we hike the last couple miles back to the lot. Here we will then depart back to shop. What's Included?
What do I Need to Bring?
Meeting LocationWe depart from our office at 121 E Historic Columbia River Hwy, Troutdale, OR 97060. Note, our office entrance is located below and behind the storefronts in downtown Troutdale. Turn left off the main street immediately after the "Gateway to the Gorge" arch to access the lower parking lot.
Cancellation PolicyPlease review our cancellation policy before booking your trip. We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect your trip cost.
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This trip is ideal for anyone interested in trying backpacking for the first time, gaining the confidence and knowledge to plan their own adventure, or someone who just wants all the logistics handled.
