The PCT at Kings Canyon National Park,
Pacific Crest Trail Map 058

Map center is 21.8 miles from Bishop, California (CA)
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PCT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Pacific Crest PCT at Kings Canyon National Park

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

PCT Map 058 (NOBO): From Le Conte Canyon, the Pacific Crest Trail winds between many different small lakes before reaching Evolution Valley in Kings Canyon National Park.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the PCT?
The length of this section of the PCT is 14.0 miles (22.6 km) or 30,070 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
14.0 mi9,600 ft11,949 ft2,349 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
5.5 hrs1,935 ft2,120 ftVS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
5.3 hrs2,120 ft1,935 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 Canyon 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 Henry, CA
  2. North Topo Map: Mount Darwin, CA
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Mount Thompson, CA
  4. West Topo Map: Blackcap Mountain, CA
  5. Topo Map: Mount Goddard, CA
  6. East Topo Map: North Palisade, CA
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Tehipite Dome, CA
  8. South Topo Map: Slide Bluffs, CA
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Marion Peak, 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.