The PCT at Summit Meadow,
Pacific Crest Trail Map 048

Map center is 28.3 miles from Lone Pine, California (CA)
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PCT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Pacific Crest PCT at Summit Meadow

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

PCT Map 048 (NOBO): From Cow Canyon, the PCT passes through Summit Meadow before it enters Bell Camp Meadow and Big Dry Meadow, all within Inyo National Forest.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the PCT?
The length of this section of the PCT is 13.1 miles (21.1 km) or 29,021 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
13.1 mi7,966 ft10,623 ft2,657 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
6.3 hrs2,786 ft1,774 ftVS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
6.0 hrs1,774 ft2,786 ftVS
Data Accuracy
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Data Reliability
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Calories

The following chart shows the total calories that you may expend on the trail while hiking in both directions. The chart is based on data derived from a statistical model of energy expenditure that relates gross weight, typical speed and trail topography.

Topo Maps

Download the PDF Summit Meadow topo map and the adjoining quads to plan your hike. These are full-sheet, 7.5 Minute (1:24,000 scale) topographic maps.

Adjoining 7.5' Quadrangle Legend

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  1. Northwest Topo Map: Kern Peak, CA
  2. North Topo Map: Templeton Mountain, CA
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Olancha, CA
  4. West Topo Map: Casa Vieja Meadows, CA
  5. Topo Map: Monache Mountain, CA
  6. East Topo Map: Haiwee Pass, CA
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Bonita Meadows, CA
  8. South Topo Map: Crag Peak, CA
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Long Canyon, CA

Warnings

Prevent tick bites: Treat clothing and gear, such as boots, pants, socks and tents with products containing 0.5% permethrin. (cdc.gov)

  1. Length is the total distance of the trail section. The distance between two red diamonds is one mile.
  2. Min Ele is the minimum elevation on the trail section.
  3. Max Ele is the maximum elevation on the trail section.
  4. Range is the difference between maximum and minimum elevation.
  5. Time is the typical total time required to hike the trail.
  6. Gain (cumulative elevation gain) is the sum of every gain in elevation.
  7. Loss (cumulative elevation loss) is the sum of every loss in elevation.
  8. E = Easiest, M = Moderate, MS = Moderately Strenuous, S = Strenuous, VS = Very Strenuous.