Continental Divide National Scenic Trail
The Continental Divide Trail is the
newest of the major trails. It spans the length of the US from Canada to Mexico along the
Continental Divide. This divide separates the US from East to West. Water draining off the
Eastern slopes drain into the Gulf of Mexico and eventually into the Atlantic Ocean. Water
draining off the Western slopes travels to the Pacific Ocean.
The Continental Divide Trail travels
for 3000 miles through some of the most remote sections of the United States, outside of
Alaska. The CDT runs through Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, Colorado, and New Mexico. Unlike the
AT or PCT, the CDT does not have a fully defined footpath. Thru-hikers must select the
best route for themselves. The route may vary significantly depending upon weather
conditions, hikers' abilities, or a host of factors.
The Continental Divide Trail is also
the least hiked trail. Fewer than a dozen people complete it in any given year.
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