Thru-hikers on the Pacific Crest Trail will no longer be able to cross the border into Canada at the end of their hike according to a policy change that went into effect yesterday.
Previously, northbound hikers on the 2,650-mile-long hiking trail were able to apply in advance for a permit that would allow them to hike across the border upon completion of the PCT and walk roughly eight more miles into Manning Provincial Park, BC where they could access transportation. However, the change means northbound hikers will now have to backtrack about 30 miles to exit the trail.
