The PCT at Soldier Meadows,
Pacific Crest Trail Map 095

Map center is 8.2 miles from Chester, California (CA)
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PCT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Pacific Crest PCT at Soldier Meadows

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

PCT Map 095 (NOBO): The PCT crosses highway 89 at Soldier Meadows and continues north across the Stover Mountains in 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 16.5 miles (26.5 km) or 36,420 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
16.5 mi4,888 ft6,302 ft1,414 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
7.4 hrs2,010 ft3,143 ftVS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
7.7 hrs3,143 ft2,010 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 Soldier Meadows 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: Childs Meadows, CA
  2. North Topo Map: Stover Mountain, CA
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Chester, CA
  4. West Topo Map: Humboldt Peak, CA
  5. Topo Map: Humbug Valley, CA
  6. East Topo Map: Almanor, CA
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Jonesville, CA
  8. South Topo Map: Belden, CA
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Caribou, 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.