Pacific Crest Trail

Legend

2023 Hiking
Hiking

PCT - Day 6 ‐ Jun 6, 2024

13.5 km

↗️ 178.6 m
PCT - Day 5, United States ‐ Jun 5

37.6 km

↗️ 1722.8 m
PCT - Day 4 ‐ Jun 4

34.1 km

↗️ 1555 m
PCT - Day 3 ‐ Jun 3

32.9 km

↗️ 1931.8 m Long days, no water. Lots of wind.
PCT - Day 2 ‐ Jun 2

27.6 km

↗️ 1057.2 m My mind says 25 miles. My body says 15
PCT - Day 1, United States ‐ Jun 1

12 km

↗️ 799.2 m :) I'm back https://jakeby.land https://instagram.com/bamba.hikes
PCT - Day Thirty Seven ‐ Jun 19, 2023

27.9 km

Last night's hike along the aqueduct with Peng, Philosopher, Sunflower, and Indy was unforgettable. We sang, danced, and waved glow sticks under a star-filled sky, catching glimpses of the Milky Way. Unfortunately, I think I tore my quadriceps when I fell just half a mile from camp. The pain was intense, and walking became nearly impossible. It looks like I'll need a lengthy rest to heal from this injury.
PCT - Day Thirty Six ‐ Jun 17, 2023

28.6 km

I woke up alone at 4:00 AM in the mountains, under a starlit sky, with the goal of descending to Hiker Town before the day heated up to 30°C at 11 AM. After quickly eating soaked oats and milk, I set off during the blue hour, keenly aware of potential mountain lion encounters, having heard of recent sightings in the area. For safety, I chose to hike without headphones. By 6:00 AM, I reached a crucial water cistern, one of my last reliable sources. The descent proved challenging, with a steep d [...]
ownhill gradient stressing my legs and feet. I aimed to cover 18 miles by 11 AM but found the final 6 miles particularly grueling after passing a water cache and resting. Facing a decision to either push through a hot canyon now or wait until it cooled after 4 PM, I chose to continue, hoping to reach town early. However, the lack of wind in the canyon left me exposed and overheating quickly. My pace slowed, my right leg cramped painfully, and I became increasingly exhausted and overheated, contemplating pressing my SOS button for the first time. Finally, I reached a ridge where the wind revived me. I cooled down by pouring water on myself and called home, overwhelmed by the ordeal. I limped the remaining distance into Hiker Town, relieved but exhausted.
PCT - Day Thirty Five

35.2 km

Hiking from the fire station to sawmill campground. The last few days have been in a cloud, but today the weather changes and the clouds break. The remaking part of the day from mile 7 to 20 (13 total) is entirely uphill. As i begin to ascend I quickly realize that the heat would be an issue. Sweating without wind quickly leads to me overheating. I took a 2 hour long siesta for the first time in a long time. Honestly pretty miserable day
PCT - Day Thirty Four ‐ Jun 15, 2023

39 km

Long day hiking from serenity's oasis to the fire station. The entire day was fogged out, literally inside a cloud. So much dew and moisture on the overgrown grass that my clothing. Was soaked all day Hiked with Chris & Bluejay a bit throughout the day. Bluejay's optimism got me to go for longer water carries . 2L for 7 miles. We passed a man on a horse who was riding large sections of the trail. We got a hitch into Green Valley Market from a the owner, Raymond, and his son! It was a funny inte [...]
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PCT - Day Thirty Three ‐ Jun 14, 2023

18.2 km

↗️ 630 m Half day to recover from descending so much. Serenity's Oasis for some R&R

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PCT - Day Thirty Two ‐ Jun 13, 2023

40.4 km

↗️ 1329 m Murderous downhill death march

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PCT - Day Thirty One ‐ Jun 12, 2023

42.8 km

↗️ 1484 m 400 miles!! Big send down to the fire station and got a MEGA 2 ft wide pizza delivered. Hiking with bluejay from Texas. She's 58 and is on her way to be a triple crowner. Total badass.

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PCT - Day Thirty ‐ Jun 11, 2023

35.4 km

↗️ 999 m Big road walk along closed down highway 2. Pavement is very hard on the body. Passed two cyclists but no hikers. Camped alone in a foggy abandoned campground.

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PCT - Day Twenty Nine ‐ Jun 10, 2023

29.3 km

↗️ 1346 m Got to 8500 ft and started feeling the altitude. Made great miles today, night in Wrightwood

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PCT - Day Twenty Eight ‐ Jun 9, 2023

16.7 km

↗️ 831 m Bamba has returned! It was so emotional starting where I left off, I miss my friends. It's not the same without them. I also have to relearn my mental fortitude on trail, and push through so much discomfort everyday. But it is so worth it!

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PCT - Day Twenty Seven ‐ May 9, 2023

23 km

↗️ 615 m My last day on trail for three weeks. Home loved ones. Will return. Also MCDONALD DAY. The only McDonald's on the entire trail

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May 9
PCT - Day Twenty Six ‐ May 8, 2023

40.1 km

↗️ 668 m Did 22+ miles to get pizza delivered to the campground... only to find out the pizza place has no driver tonight. So? Failure is not an option. With 19 orders I got the only Lyft ride after an hour of waiting to the pizza place 10 miles away and brought back beers and pizza to everyone. We all hiked here for pizza and I'll be dammed it we didn't get it

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+7

May 8
PCT - Day Twenty Five ‐ May 7, 2023

31.3 km

↗️ 714 m 300 miles & Hiked to a natural hot spring! There were 5 pools of different temperature. Most people butt naked jumping around and having a swim. Amazing day relaxing and got some free beers and sandwiches from locals who were enjoying their weekend

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+4

May 7
PCT - Day Twenty Four ‐ May 6, 2023

36 km

↗️ 649 m Hiking totally alone today. Miss my friends but happy my shins and feet recovered. Trail conditions were very easy. Had some minor pain at mile 18 but was able to rest and stretch through it.

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+3

May 6
PCT - Day Twenty Three ‐ May 5, 2023

30.2 km

↗️ 655 m Two zeros in Big Bear Lake resting the injury. Lots of fun with friends in town. Back on trail today and feel much better. Took it slow but still got smiles done. Easy trail thankfully. No longer hiking with my group, but will return to NYC in five days.

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May 5
PCT - Day Twenty ‐ May 2, 2023

26.1 km

↗️ 1286 m Shin splints... my hike may end if I can't recover quickly. Serious pain started at mile 247 and by 250 I would only limp. Taking three days rest in Big Bear Lake to see if I can get myself back on trail.

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+3

May 2
PCT - Day Nineteen ‐ May 1, 2023

28.2 km

↗️ 1567 m Crossed the same river over 31 times. Wet feet all day no matter what. Didn't take too many pictures. Put my head down and powered through a demanding day.

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+3

May 1
PCT - Day Eighteen ‐ Apr 30, 2023

18.6 km

↗️ 758 m From scorching heat to freezing streams. Hiked a canyon with no wind at 105°F. Thought I would die there, pure hell. Reached whitewater preserve and was able to submerge and wash in the snowmelt rivers. Truly amazing change to the day. Ended the day AGAIN with in n out burgers because Eli was kind enough to pickup for everyone. Cowboy camped in the lawn outside of the ranger station, free for PCT hikers :)

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April 30
PCT - Day Seventeen ‐ Apr 29, 2023

31.4 km

↗️ 314 m 200 miles!!! Alarm at 4:30 AM and hiked out the last 4 miles on the snow. Descended 2000m / 6000 ft today from the alpine zone of San Jacinto to the desert bloom! Found in n out at the bottom!! Stayed with an amazing trail angel Nisty, thank you!!

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+10

April 29
PCT - Day Sixteen ‐ Apr 28, 2023

17.9 km

↗️ 799 m San Jacinto summit! 3300m / 10800ft. Started hiking at 1:45. Reached summit and 4:30. Spent some time in the mountain hut before sunrise. Descent was brutal and lots of post holing. Soaked feat. Almost asleep by 2 PM.

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+8

April 28
PCT - Day Fifteen ‐ Apr 27, 2023

9.6 km

↗️ 950 m Hike from the bottom of devils slide to camp before summiting Mt San Jacinto at 3302m (10,813 ft). Left early and snow was okay but soft: any later and it would be have been slush and post holing. Lunch with a view! Camped on snow

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April 27
PCT - Day Fourteen ‐ Apr 26, 2023

5.6 km

↗️ 233 m Zero day, enjoying the town of idyllwild. Tomorrow summit San Jacinto mountain (10,000 ft)

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+2

April 26
PCT - Day Thirteen ‐ Apr 25, 2023

9.6 km

↗️ 346 m Lost 3 miles in the middle. Awesome day hiking on snow. Conditions were good and got into Idywild.

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+7

April 25
PCT - Day Twelve ‐ Apr 24, 2023

32.3 km

↗️ 1726 m I nearly broke on this one... terrain was rough, lots of mixed ice and snow. Burned 5300 calories hiking + 2000 Base. Only ate 2500. Miserable

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+6

April 24
PCT - Day Eleven ‐ Apr 23, 2023

33.3 km

↗️ 936 m

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+2

April 23
PCT - Day Ten ‐ Apr 22, 2023

32.5 km

↗️ 674 m This was the most miserable day I've ever had outdoors. 30°C+ no wind. I had mild heat stroke. Had to sit under a tiny tree for hours. Thankfully May's water tank saved us! Entire body covered in salt stains and sweat. 1/10. Tomorrow will be better

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+5

April 22
PCT - Day Nine ‐ Apr 21, 2023

20.3 km

↗️ 897 m Miserably hot day, camped at mike's place. TAYMOOR drove all the way out from San Diego to say hello and give some pie.

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+4

April 21
PCT - Day Eight ‐ Apr 20, 2023

23.9 km

↗️ 526 m Nice day! Hot but gorgeous walk through a pristine meadow. Bliss

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+8

April 20
PCT - Day Seven ‐ Apr 19, 2023

30.8 km

↗️ 1021 m MILE 100!!

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+3

April 19
PCT - Day Six ‐ Apr 18, 2023

10 km

↗️ 402 m Stop at Julian. Free apple pie at mom's pie. Pickup my first resupply box. Huge hiker lunch at Julian Beer Co. Hitched down to trail and hiked five miles To the top of a hill and camped out. Wind speeds gusting to 40mph

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+8

April 18
PCT - Day Five ‐ Apr 17, 2023

35.4 km

↗️ 579 m Longest hiking day ever. Temperature was 29°C + Definitely felt it at the end. Body is hurting and needs a rest. Also got my first hitch hike! Thank you Riley.

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+7

April 17
PCT - Day Four ‐ Apr 16, 2023

27.2 km

↗️ 607 m Bertil and I leave after some amazing trail magic. Hynek joins us and we all take a big nap at the large tree while the sun cooks us all. We get some epic views from the trail and camp with 5 other people near a creek. Great conversations, beautiful views! Body still feeling good. Only the heat is getting to me.

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+17

April 16
PCT - Day Three ‐ Apr 15, 2023

29.1 km

↗️ 1253 m HOT HOT HOT. Long 1000m climb to Mt Laguna. Was fun even though it hurt a bit. So glad we made it. Veterans group let over 30 hikers camp free and cooked dinner and had beers. Amazing trail magic thank you!

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+8

April 15
PCT - Day Two ‐ Apr 14, 2023

20.4 km

↗️ 618 m Lost 6km in the middle. Pretty bummed about that. Got my first trail magic from "Storm". Thank you!

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+13

April 14
PCT - Day One ‐ Apr 13, 2023

19.3 km

↗️ 546 m

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+19

April 13
Start ‐ Apr 13, 2023