The Canada Border Services Agency announced that hikers on the Pacific Crest Trail can no longer enter Canada directly via the trail and must use designated border checkpoints. This change affects the final segment of the trail into British Columbia. The new rules align with US policies and potentially add significant travel time for hikers.
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