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Julie Watson

Outdoors, Leisure and Sports

Hikers face tougher terrain through Oregon as federal cuts hit Pacific Crest Trail

Julie Watson

Federal cuts and climate impacts are straining both the Pacific Crest and Appalachian Trails, leading to rougher terrain, delayed repairs and safety concerns for hikers across the West and East Coasts.