It's the dream hike, all 2,650 miles of the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail. Or, maybe, the nightmare hike, when things don't go quite right. Either way, that long-distance trail gem, from Mexico ...

The magnificent Pacific Crest Trail that stretches 2,650 miles across the Western states from Mexico to Canada, began in the late 1920s as a glimmer in the eye of some dedicated outdoor enthusiasts.

Hikers attempting to walk the entire Pacific Crest Trail face some serious mileage—whichever way they’re going. This trail sign is near Mount Hood, in Oregon. Photo courtesy of Flickr user ...

After the hikers unload their backpacks from the van, sign the trail registry book at the Campo trailhead, and take pictures in front of the monument, Bob Riess gives them coffee and bagels and ...