The PCT at Klamath River,
Pacific Crest Trail Map 120

Map center is 22.2 miles from Fort Jones, California (CA)
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PCT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Pacific Crest PCT at Klamath River

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

PCT Map 120 (NOBO): On this map the PCT follows Grider Creek eight miles to the north where the Klamath River is located. The PCT crosses the Klamath River at Seiad Valley.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the PCT?
The length of this section of the PCT is 16.4 miles (26.4 km) or 36,805 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
16.4 mi1,365 ft4,177 ft2,812 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
8.4 hrs3,052 ft1,657 ftVS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
8.0 hrs1,657 ft3,052 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 Klamath 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: Figurehead Mountain, CA
  2. North Topo Map: Kangaroo Mountain, CA
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Dutch Creek, CA
  4. West Topo Map: Slater Butte, CA
  5. Topo Map: Seiad Valley, CA
  6. East Topo Map: Hamburg, CA
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Huckleberry Mountain, CA
  8. South Topo Map: Grider Valley, CA
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Scott Bar, 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.