The PCT at Kings Kern Divide,
Pacific Crest Trail Map 053

Map center is 18.7 miles from Lone Pine, California (CA)
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PCT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Pacific Crest PCT at Kings Kern Divide

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

PCT Map 053 (NOBO): On this map the PCT descends a few thousand feet from the Kings Kern Divide, the highest point on the PCT, to Vidette Meadow and Rae Lakes.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the PCT?
The length of this section of the PCT is 14.2 miles (22.8 km) or 31,029 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
14.2 mi9,537 ft13,140 ft3,603 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
6.2 hrs2,205 ft4,361 ftVS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
6.4 hrs4,361 ft2,205 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 Kings Kern Divide 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 Clarence King, CA
  2. North Topo Map: Kearsarge Peak, CA
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Independence, CA
  4. West Topo Map: Mount Brewer, CA
  5. Topo Map: Mount Williamson, CA
  6. East Topo Map: Manzanar, CA
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Mount Kaweah, CA
  8. South Topo Map: Mount Whitney, CA
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Mount Langley, 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.