[pct-l] Northern half of Washington

[Rob Flynn]

Overall, the northern half of Washington is more beautiful than the 
southern, but Knife's Edge at Goat Rocks might be the single most impressive 
spot on the PCT; it was for me last year on my thru-hike.  I would still 
probably recommend the northern half, overall, though.  The Sierras and the 
North Cascades are the most beautiful areas on the trail, IMO.

Your tent should be fine.  Last year we had almost no precipitation through 
July, August, and September.  The rain started up around October 10 or so. 
But some years it's the opposite.  So far this year seems to be like last 
year, but who can say what it will be like two months from now?

You won't need a bear canister.  Highly doubt you will have to worry about 
snow and ice in late August, especially this year.  Not sure about permits, 
just had my thru-hiker's permit last year.

Enjoy your hike!


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