Is the Continental Divide Trail difficult?

The CDT is not a dangerous trail for a prepared backpacker. Yes, it is more remote, requires additional planning, and has a higher likelihood of encountering wildlife compared to the Appalachian Trail and Pacific Crest Trail, however, the CDT is statistically no more dangerous than thru-hiking the AT.



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The Continental Divide Trail may not be as well-known as the Pacific Crest Trail on a large scale (and this is a good thing), but among hikers, the CDT is largely regarded as the more challenging of the two trails.

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CDT Hiker Backpacks The ULA Circuit was the most common backpack on the Continental Divide Trail this year. It is a 2.29 lb / 1.038 kg pack capable of carrying up to 68 L and 35 lbs / 16 kg of gear. The Circuit was also the highest-rated pack among CDT hikers.

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The Continental Divide Trail takes hikers through Yellowstone National Park, but this national treasure is too big to enjoy from one trail. Take time to explore the geysers, mountains, waterfalls and wildlife within America's first national park.

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How well marked is the Continental Divide Trail? The CDT is the least well marked of the Triple Crown trails.

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The CDT follows the Continental Divide for 3100 miles between Canada and Mexico, including 110 miles in Glacier.

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