The PCT at Toiyabe National Forest,
Pacific Crest Trail Map 072

Map center is 40.8 miles from Groveland, California (CA)
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PCT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Pacific Crest PCT at Toiyabe National Forest

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

PCT Map 072 (NOBO): From Grace Meadow the Pacific Crest Trail continues north to Dorothy Lake in the Toiyabe National Forest before entering the Stanislaus National Forest.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the PCT?
The length of this section of the PCT is 15.5 miles (25.0 km) or 33,871 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
15.5 mi8,550 ft10,640 ft2,090 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
6.8 hrs3,054 ft1,401 ftVS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
6.5 hrs1,401 ft3,054 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 Toiyabe National Forest 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: Sonora Pass, CA
  2. North Topo Map: Pickel Meadow, CA
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Fales Hot Springs, CA
  4. West Topo Map: Emigrant Lake, CA
  5. Topo Map: Tower Peak, CA
  6. East Topo Map: Buckeye Ridge, CA
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Tiltill Mountain, CA
  8. South Topo Map: Piute Mountain, CA
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Matterhorn 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.