The PCT at Yuba River,
Pacific Crest Trail Map 085

Map center is 19.6 miles from Loyalton, California (CA)
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PCT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Pacific Crest PCT at Yuba River

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

PCT Map 085 (NOBO): This section of the Pacific Crest Trail heads to Highway 49 at the North Yuba River from the Jackson Meadows Reservoir.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the PCT?
The length of this section of the PCT is 18.6 miles (30.0 km) or 42,172 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
18.6 mi4,541 ft6,545 ft2,004 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
9.7 hrs2,917 ft3,333 ftVS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
9.9 hrs3,333 ft2,917 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 Yuba River 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: Sierra City, CA
  2. North Topo Map: Haypress Valley, CA
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Sattley, CA
  4. West Topo Map: Graniteville, CA
  5. Topo Map: English Mountain, CA
  6. East Topo Map: Webber Peak, CA
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Blue Canyon, CA
  8. South Topo Map: Cisco Grove, CA
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Soda Springs, 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.