Your First Step into Trail Life

Beginner-friendly, budget-conscious guided hikes on the Pacific Crest Trail — built for aspiring thru-hikers, first-time backpackers, and anyone craving connection, a trail family, and the magic of disconnecting in the mountains.

You Don’t Need Experience. You Just Need a Place to Start.

Triple Crown Treks was built for the hikers who crave something real — a place to start, to connect, and to feel alive again. My fully guided section hikes on the Pacific Crest Trail teach you everything you need to know — from pitching your tent and filtering water to resupplying food and trusting your own two feet.

But what makes these treks special isn’t just the trail skills — it’s the trail family. You’ll laugh, hike, and grow alongside an incredible group of people who, by the end of the week, start to feel like home. Whether you’ve never camped before or you’re dreaming of your first thru-hike, you’ll leave the mountains feeling grounded, confident, and deeply connected.

WHY TRIPLE CROWN TREKS

What Makes Us Different?

Most guided treks do everything for you. We do things with you — because the best way to learn backpacking is by actually living it, together.

Triple Crown Treks gives you real trail skills, lasting confidence, and a genuine sense of community — without the luxury price tag or pretense.

Learn As You Go

We teach you how to filter water, pitch your tent, cook meals, and resupply — so you leave ready to adventure on your own.

Trail Family Vibes

Each trek is a chance to build your own “trail family” — the deep connection that makes long-distance hiking so special.

Affordable & Authentic

No porters, no glamping — just honest, empowering trekking that keeps it real and accessible.

Welcoming Spaces

Join a co-ed or women-only group and feel supported, seen, and safe at every step.
Katie Dominguez
Founder, PCT 24'
UPCOMING TREKS

2026 Treks Are Open!

My October 2025 trips are sold out, but I’m just getting started. In 2026, I’ll offer beginner, intermediate, and advanced treks across California, Oregon, and Washington.

Want early access when the calendar drops? Join the waitlist and be the first to claim your spot.

Katie Dominguez

Founder

There’s something so unique about the culture of America’s long-distance trails. The trail names, the trail families, the slang, the angels, the trail magic. It’s a world of its own, and you’re about to step into it.

Katie:

“The PCT is just 5-7 day backpacking trips, repeated over and over. Let Triple Crown Treks be your first one.”

If you can complete one of our treks, you’re already halfway to your own PCT journey.

My Story

I Had Camped Once Before Hiking the PCT.

I started the Pacific Crest Trail at 22 with almost no backpacking experience — no idea how to filter water, pitch my tent, or even what gear I really needed. I learned everything as I went. It was hard, humbling, and completely life-changing. Now I guide others through that first step so they don’t have to figure it out alone. Read more about my story →

Out here, we carry more than our packs — we carry each other. That’s the magic of a trail family.

No Wi-Fi, no noise — just mountains, stars, and a sky that reminds you what matters.

No experience? No problem. Out here, we all start somewhere — and every step counts.

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About Us

Why the name Triple Crown Treks?

In the world of long-distance hiking, the Triple Crown refers to the three longest hiking trails in the U.S. and is the ultimate challenge: the Pacific Crest Trail, the Appalachian Trail, and the Continental Divide Trail—over 7,000 miles of wild terrain, mountain passes, and life-changing moments.

It’s my personal dream to complete all three. And this company was born from that same spirit of adventure. As we grow, we’ll guide treks across each of these legendary trails—so you can experience the magic of the Triple Crown, one epic section at a time.

The Hiker Testimonial

Stories from the trail family

Here’s what past hikers — known by their trail names — had to say about their journeys: the friendships formed, the challenges conquered, and the trail magic that changed everything. 🌄

I met 6 strangers. We spent 5 days together in the wilderness, tired and stinky. By the end of the 5 days, we were family and I was looking for anyway to hold on to all of them. I will never be the same. Thank you all, especially Katie!

Mystery October 2025 Trek

I was expecting to have fun with some outdoor time but ended up experiencing the world with an incredible group that changed my life! As a new adult it's easy to forget how important play is and Katie facilitated the perfect trip for me to play, learn, and get outside on a budget - with the added bonus of having made new forever friends ❤️ Not only will I be delving into a new hobby I'm feeling more comfy with from now on, but I'll DEFINITELY be signing up for another trek with TripleCrownTreks!!!

Giggle Mafia October 2025 Trek

this trip has completely changed me and my life. i can’t even begin to describe what it has done for me and what meeting my new forever friends have done for me. this trip was crafted for me by the universe before i even knew who katie was and i know that for a fact. everything about it just felt so right when i booked the trip and now after experiencing it, i knew that’s exactly where i was supposed to be in those moments in time. the trail is truly magical, the views and living out in the wilderness, you just feel so free and alive. there’s truly nothing like it and the way you feel. but being able to make core memories and nonstop laugh with your new besties is truly what made the trip the most magical. i will forever be changed by my girls, i don’t think ive met anyone like them and even the people i briefly met along the way have forever inspired me. i could go on and on about this trip, but honestly words just don’t even do it justice. i couldn’t be more grateful to katie and the trail and everything in between for this experience of a lifetime <3

Mayhem October 2025 Trek

I absolutely loved going on my first backpacking trip with Katie! She was so understanding and helpful whenever I had any questions! I can’t wait to see what future hikes she does and hopefully join those as well!

Cocoa October 2025 Trek

I came to this trek to do my first 2+ day backpacking trip, and I had good expectations — but what I experienced was beyond anything I imagined. I’ve done a lot of hiking and backpacking trips, and I’ve met many people who run trekking companies, but none of them compare to what Katie is doing here. From the moment I entered the hostel and met her, I could tell this wasn’t a business venture — it’s her way of giving back to the world, making it a happier place, and creating experiences like this that are affordable and accessible for everyone. No one puts this much heart, effort, and energy into making sure an experience isn’t just good but magical. She goes the extra mile to ensure everyone feels comfortable, connected, and cared for — and even gets emotional when she sees everyone truly happy. When I look back at the experience and wonder what made it so special and magical, it’s crystal clear to me — it was Katie. She’s the reason, the light, that made this whole journey extraordinary. I just hope more people get the chance to experience what I did. Katie is truly an exceptional human being whose purpose is to spread happiness and make adventures like this possible for anyone, no matter how new you are to backpacking. I feel incredibly blessed to have done this trek and to have met such a special person. Honestly, I don’t think words can capture how it felt — you just have to go on one of her treks to understand what I’m feeling right now.

Dory October 2025 Trek
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