The PCT at Grouse Canyon,
Pacific Crest Trail Map 081

Map center is 8.4 miles from Tahoe City, California (CA)
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PCT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Pacific Crest PCT at Grouse Canyon

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

PCT Map 081 (NOBO): The Pacific Crest Trail continues north through Grouse Canyon, below Ward Peak and to the Middle Fork of the American River.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the PCT?
The length of this section of the PCT is 16.7 miles (26.9 km) or 37,526 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
16.7 mi7,064 ft8,550 ft1,486 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
8.5 hrs3,315 ft2,455 ftVS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
8.4 hrs2,455 ft3,315 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 Grouse Canyon 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: Granite Chief, CA
  2. North Topo Map: Tahoe City, CA
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Kings Beach, CA
  4. West Topo Map: Wentworth Springs, CA
  5. Topo Map: Homewood, CA
  6. East Topo Map: Meeks Bay, CA
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Loon Lake, CA
  8. South Topo Map: Rockbound Valley, CA
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Emerald Bay, 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.