Amid severe storms and ongoing environmental challenges, the Pacific Crest Trail Association is grappling with reduced federal grant money due to budget cuts implemented by the Trump administration. This reduction has led to fewer trail repair projects and staffing constraints, even as the organization continues to prioritize hiker safety and trail stewardship.

Amid federal grant cuts under the Trump administration, the Pacific Crest Trail Association faces reduced funding yet remains committed to maintaining the Pacific Crest Trail despite severe resource constraints. The association is operating with a third less federal grant money than anticipated, emphasizing public safety and long‐term trail integrity.

In an opinion piece published on March 9, 2025, the CEO of the Pacific Crest Trail Association called on elected officials to reinstate federal funding and staffing. The article highlights how recent mass layoffs within key federal agencies have endangered the maintenance and safety of the Pacific Crest Trail, and the CEO’s advocacy underscores the nonprofit’s commitment to preserving this national treasure.

The Pacific Crest Trail Association announced the cancellation of 56 weeks of planned trail maintenance projects for 2025 after delayed federal funding tied to a Trump administration spending freeze. In response, PCTA urged volunteers to fill the maintenance gap and called on the public to contact their senators and representatives to advocate for the preservation of public lands.