The PCT at Yosemite National Park,
Pacific Crest Trail Map 066

Map center is 14.6 miles from Mammoth Lakes, California (CA)
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PCT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Pacific Crest PCT at Yosemite National Park

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

PCT Map 066 (NOBO): On this map the PCT enters Yosemite National Park at Donohue Pass which is east of Amelia Earhart Peak and the trail continues north through Lyell Canyon.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the PCT?
The length of this section of the PCT is 13.5 miles (21.7 km) or 29,250 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
13.5 mi8,825 ft11,079 ft2,254 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
5.4 hrs1,496 ft2,723 ftVS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
5.7 hrs2,723 ft1,496 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 Yosemite 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: Vogelsang Peak, CA
  2. North Topo Map: Koip Peak, CA
  3. Northeast Topo Map: June Lake, CA
  4. West Topo Map: Mount Lyell, CA
  5. Topo Map: Mount Ritter, CA
  6. East Topo Map: Mammoth Mountain, CA
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Timber Knob, CA
  8. South Topo Map: Cattle Mountain, CA
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Crystal Crag, 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.