The PCT at Shelly Meadows,
Pacific Crest Trail Map 117

Map center is 7.2 miles from Etna, California (CA)
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PCT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Pacific Crest PCT at Shelly Meadows

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

PCT Map 117 (NOBO): The PCT passes through Shelly Meadows and then heads northward across the Klamath National Forest to a number of small lakes along the way.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the PCT?
The length of this section of the PCT is 13.2 miles (21.2 km) or 30,019 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
13.2 mi6,106 ft7,195 ft1,089 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
7.3 hrs1,771 ft1,677 ftVS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
7.2 hrs1,677 ft1,771 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 Shelly 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: Marble Mountain, CA
  2. North Topo Map: Boulder Peak, CA
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Greenview, CA
  4. West Topo Map: English Peak, CA
  5. Topo Map: Yellow Dog Peak, CA
  6. East Topo Map: Etna, CA
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Sawyers Bar, CA
  8. South Topo Map: Tanners Peak, CA
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Eaton Peak, 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.