The PCT at Hat Creek,
Pacific Crest Trail Map 101

Map center is 44.8 miles from Chester, California (CA)
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PCT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Pacific Crest PCT at Hat Creek

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

PCT Map 101 (NOBO): On this map the Pacific Crest Trail crosses Hat Creek in Lassen National Forest before it crosses Highway 299 in Shasta National Forest.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the PCT?
The length of this section of the PCT is 13.0 miles (20.9 km) or 28,485 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
13.0 mi2,979 ft4,042 ft1,063 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
5.5 hrs1,042 ft1,705 ftS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
5.7 hrs1,705 ft1,042 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 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: Dana, CA
  2. North Topo Map: Fall River Mills, CA
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Pittville, CA
  4. West Topo Map: Cassel, CA
  5. Topo Map: Hogback Ridge, CA
  6. East Topo Map: Coble Mountain, CA
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Burney Mountain East, CA
  8. South Topo Map: Murken Bench, CA
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Jellico, 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.