The PCT at Lassen National Park,
Pacific Crest Trail Map 097

Map center is 13.9 miles from Chester, California (CA)
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PCT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Pacific Crest PCT at Lassen National Park

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

PCT Map 097 (NOBO): On this map the PCT winds through Lassen Volcanic National Park from Boiling Springs Lake to Crater Butte and the south side of Prospect Peak.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the PCT?
The length of this section of the PCT is 12.9 miles (20.7 km) or 27,478 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
12.9 mi6,017 ft6,745 ft728 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
4.7 hrs843 ft943 ftMS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
4.7 hrs943 ft843 ftS
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 Park 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: Manzanita Lake, CA
  2. North Topo Map: West Prospect Peak, CA
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Prospect Peak, CA
  4. West Topo Map: Lassen Peak, CA
  5. Topo Map: Reading Peak, CA
  6. East Topo Map: Mount Harkness, CA
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Mineral, CA
  8. South Topo Map: Childs Meadows, CA
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Stover Mountain, 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.