The PCT at Mammoth Lakes,
Pacific Crest Trail Map 063

Map center is 7.3 miles from Mammoth Lakes, California (CA)
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PCT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Pacific Crest PCT at Mammoth Lakes

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

PCT Map 063 (NOBO): While the PCT does not pass through Mammoth Lakes, the area is located to the east of the trail at Mammoth Pass. From here the PCT heads west towards Devils Postpile National Monument.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the PCT?
The length of this section of the PCT is 11.6 miles (18.6 km) or 24,966 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
11.6 mi7,474 ft10,226 ft2,752 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
4.3 hrs352 ft2,798 ftM
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
4.9 hrs2,798 ft352 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 Mammoth Lakes 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: Mammoth Mountain, CA
  2. North Topo Map: Old Mammoth, CA
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Whitmore Hot Springs, CA
  4. West Topo Map: Crystal Crag, CA
  5. Topo Map: Bloody Mountain, CA
  6. East Topo Map: Convict Lake, CA
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Sharktooth Peak, CA
  8. South Topo Map: Graveyard Peak, CA
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Mount Abbot, 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.