The PCT at Feather River,
Pacific Crest Trail Map 090

Map center is 29.5 miles from Portola, California (CA)
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PCT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Pacific Crest PCT at Feather River

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

PCT Map 090 (NOBO): This section of the PCT follows Sawmill Tom Creek to the Middle Fork Feather River in the Plumas National Forest.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the PCT?
The length of this section of the PCT is 21.2 miles (34.1 km) or 48,113 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
21.2 mi2,982 ft6,056 ft3,074 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
11.3 hrs4,989 ft4,448 ftVS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
11.2 hrs4,448 ft4,989 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 Feather 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: Bucks Lake, CA
  2. North Topo Map: Meadow Valley, CA
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Quincy, CA
  4. West Topo Map: Haskins Valley, CA
  5. Topo Map: Dogwood Peak, CA
  6. East Topo Map: Onion Valley, CA
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Cascade, CA
  8. South Topo Map: American House, CA
  9. Southeast Topo Map: La Porte, 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.