The PCT at Sequoia National Park,
Pacific Crest Trail Map 051

Map center is 14.9 miles from Lone Pine, California (CA)
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PCT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Pacific Crest PCT at Sequoia National Park

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

PCT Map 051 (NOBO): On this map the Pacific Crest Trail follows Rock Creek to Guyot Flat, Crabtree Meadow and Sandy Meadow in Sequoia National Park.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the PCT?
The length of this section of the PCT is 12.9 miles (20.7 km) or 27,524 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
12.9 mi9,560 ft11,033 ft1,473 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
4.8 hrs1,816 ft1,985 ftVS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
4.7 hrs1,985 ft1,816 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 Sequoia National Park 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: Mount Kaweah, CA
  2. North Topo Map: Mount Whitney, CA
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Mount Langley, CA
  4. West Topo Map: Chagoopa Falls, CA
  5. Topo Map: Johnson Peak, CA
  6. East Topo Map: Cirque Peak, CA
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Kern Lake, CA
  8. South Topo Map: Kern Peak, CA
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Templeton Mountain, 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.