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Debate: Planning every mile vs. winging it on the Pacific Crest Trail
I hiked a 50-mile section of the PCT near Mount Whitney last summer with a rigid daily plan. On day 3, a creek was higher than expected and my schedule fell apart, so I just camped early and adjusted. Next time, I'm leaning toward a loose route with flexible campsites instead of booking every night. Which approach has worked better for you guys on longer trails?
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derek_perez24d ago
No map for three days? That's insane.
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On the JMT I carried a paper map but never unfolded it once (just vibes).
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kevin_west28d ago
A buddy of mine left his map at a resupply and just followed other hikers for three days straight.
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