The PCT at Echo Lake,
Pacific Crest Trail Map 078

Map center is 14.1 miles from South Lake Tahoe, California (CA)
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PCT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Pacific Crest PCT at Echo Lake

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

PCT Map 078 (NOBO): On this map the Pacific Crest Trail crosses Highway 50 at Echo Summit. The trail heads north towards South Lake Tahoe and follows Echo Lake to the west.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the PCT?
The length of this section of the PCT is 15.2 miles (24.5 km) or 33,888 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
15.2 mi7,280 ft9,026 ft1,746 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
7.5 hrs2,436 ft2,542 ftVS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
7.3 hrs2,542 ft2,436 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 Echo 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: Pyramid Peak, CA
  2. North Topo Map: Echo Lake, CA
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Freel Peak, CA
  4. West Topo Map: Tragedy Spring, CA
  5. Topo Map: Caples Lake, CA
  6. East Topo Map: Carson Pass, CA
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Bear River Reservoir, CA
  8. South Topo Map: Mokelumne Peak, CA
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Pacific Valley, 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.