The PCT at Lassen National Forest,
Pacific Crest Trail Map 094

Map center is 15.3 miles from Chester, California (CA)
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PCT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Pacific Crest PCT at Lassen National Forest

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

PCT Map 094 (NOBO): This section of the Pacific Crest Trail follows the Butte and Plumas counties across Lassen National Forest.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the PCT?
The length of this section of the PCT is 16.2 miles (26.1 km) or 36,159 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
16.2 mi6,201 ft7,661 ft1,460 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
7.8 hrs3,214 ft2,824 ftVS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
7.7 hrs2,824 ft3,214 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 Lassen 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: Mineral, CA
  2. North Topo Map: Childs Meadows, CA
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Stover Mountain, CA
  4. West Topo Map: Onion Butte, CA
  5. Topo Map: Humboldt Peak, CA
  6. East Topo Map: Humbug Valley, CA
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Butte Meadows, CA
  8. South Topo Map: Jonesville, CA
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Belden, 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.