The PCT at McCloud River,
Pacific Crest Trail Map 106

Map center is 17.0 miles from Dunsmuir, California (CA)
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PCT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Pacific Crest PCT at McCloud River

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

PCT Map 106 (NOBO): After Devils Canyon and Grizzly Peak, the PCT continues west along Hawkins Creek and the McCloud River 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 15.0 miles (24.1 km) or 34,237 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
15.0 mi2,343 ft5,712 ft3,369 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
8.0 hrs950 ft4,096 ftS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
8.9 hrs4,096 ft950 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 McCloud River 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: Elk Spring, CA
  2. North Topo Map: Kinyon, CA
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Bartle, CA
  4. West Topo Map: Lake McCloud, CA
  5. Topo Map: Grizzly Peak, CA
  6. East Topo Map: Dead Horse Summit, CA
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Shoeinhorse Mountain, CA
  8. South Topo Map: Big Bend, CA
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Skunk Ridge, 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.