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Gorilla Ultralight Backpack - Gear Guide for Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail

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Chester Post Office

  • Northern California
  • 40° 18'29.98"N 121° 13'41.11"W
  • 7.5 miles
  • Approximately 1334 trail miles
  • No

Post Office

The post office is located at 218 Laurel Lane, and the phone number is (530) 258-4184.

Mailing Address

Your Name Here
c\o General Delivery
Chester, CA 96020

Camp Stove Fuels

  • Isobutane-Propane
  • Alcohol

Alcohol can be found at both hardware stores. HEET can be found at NAPA. Butane/propane canisters are at the hardware/fishing supply place (but can be expensive). Small butane/propane canisters can also be found at Sport Nut.

Other Info

Take Hwy 36 east to Chester.

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Tips for Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail: Carry an External Battery

Carry an External Battery

Keep your devices charged with an external battery. This ultralight battery that weighs in at 6.4oz and will charge an iPhone 3.5 times.

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Tips for Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail: Freeze Dried Meat Saves Weight

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Buying freeze dried food in bulk is a great way to save both weight and money. Mountain House's chicken and beef are two of the most popular options in our hiking community.

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Gorilla Ultralight Backpack - Gear Guide for Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail

Are you all set on gear for the Pacific Crest Trail? Check out our Ultimate Gear Guide for the PCT ->