"I mostly avoid the Pacific Crest Trail.
Yes, it is the longest and most famous footpath in the world. But it was built as a wilderness bypass, intentionally avoiding the lakes, meadows and campable scenery of Oregon’s mountains.

We have so many prettier trails.

Now you’re thinking: Sullivan is just upset that Cheryl Strayed’s bestselling book and movie, “Wild,” have brought thousands of people to Oregon’s section of the PCT."



Sorry Sullivan, I don't see the problem with those many thousands of "zombie" hikers staying on the PCT and not detouring into the wilderness. That's a good thing, for the wilderness (which gets enough "love" already from locals).