The PCT at Hat Creek Rim,
Pacific Crest Trail Map 100

Map center is 34.3 miles from Chester, California (CA)
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PCT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Pacific Crest PCT at Hat Creek Rim

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

PCT Map 100 (NOBO): The Pacific Crest trail follows Hat Creek Rim for many miles to the north, across the Lassen National Forest, to Hat Rim Creek.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the PCT?
The length of this section of the PCT is 11.0 miles (17.8 km) or 24,353 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
11.0 mi3,894 ft5,141 ft1,247 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
4.8 hrs900 ft1,895 ftMS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
5.1 hrs1,895 ft900 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 Hat Creek Rim 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: Cassel, CA
  2. North Topo Map: Hogback Ridge, CA
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Coble Mountain, CA
  4. West Topo Map: Burney Mountain East, CA
  5. Topo Map: Murken Bench, CA
  6. East Topo Map: Jellico, CA
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Thousand Lakes Valley, CA
  8. South Topo Map: Old Station, CA
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Swains Hole, 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.