Nature Steps: The PCT
Walk the Pacific Crest Trail
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About
This app transforms your daily walks into a virtual hike along the Pacific Crest Trail. Track your steps, discover local flora and fauna, and learn about the natural world through guided field notes and collectible items.
What's New in Nature Steps
1.0.11
November 4, 2026
Now made for iPhone Duo. Unfold it and the trail map stays open beside your journey, your steps and your Field Journal. This update also keeps notifications from going missing at night, puts stage posts in trail order, and shows southbound hikers the right stage numbers and finish.
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FAQ
How does Nature Steps: The PCT track my progress?
Nature Steps: The PCT uses your Apple Health data to count your real-world steps. Each step taken moves you closer to your virtual destination on the Pacific Crest Trail.
What kind of nature content does Nature Steps: The PCT offer?
The app features a Field Journal with 102 collectible species and 365 Daily Field Notes from renowned naturalists, offering insights into the geology and natural history of each landscape you virtually traverse.
Can I customize my hike direction in Nature Steps: The PCT?
Yes, you can choose to walk the Pacific Crest Trail northbound from Campo to Canada, or southbound. The app also offers daily step goals and streaks to encourage consistent activity.
What devices does Nature Steps: The PCT support?
Nature Steps: The PCT is available on Apple Watch and iPhone, with features like home-screen widgets and Live Activities for easy progress monitoring.
Is my health data private with Nature Steps: The PCT?
Yes, the app is private by design. Your Health data is read only on your device to measure your walk and is never sold.
What is the cost of Nature Steps: The PCT?
Nature Steps: The PCT is a paid application, priced at $4.99. It does not feature in-app purchases or advertisements.
How often is Nature Steps: The PCT updated?
The latest version is 1.0.11, and it was last updated on November 4, 2026. This indicates a relatively recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support.
What is the age rating for Nature Steps: The PCT?
Nature Steps: The PCT has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in its educational and fitness features.