The PCT at Thomas Edison Lake,
Pacific Crest Trail Map 061

Map center is 22.7 miles from Mammoth Lakes, California (CA)
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PCT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Pacific Crest PCT at Thomas Edison Lake

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

PCT Map 061 (NOBO): On this map the PCT passes Thomas Edison Lake before heading north through Quail Meadows and Pocket Meadow in the Sierra National Forest.

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 (22.5 km) or 30,320 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
14.0 mi7,854 ft10,315 ft2,461 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
5.9 hrs3,266 ft2,629 ftVS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
5.7 hrs2,629 ft3,266 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 Thomas Edison Lake 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: Graveyard Peak, CA
  2. North Topo Map: Mount Abbot, CA
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Mount Morgan, CA
  4. West Topo Map: Florence Lake, CA
  5. Topo Map: Mount Hilgard, CA
  6. East Topo Map: Mount Tom, CA
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Ward Mountain, CA
  8. South Topo Map: Mount Henry, CA
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Mount Darwin, 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.