The PCT at Siskiyou Pass,
Pacific Crest Trail Map 126

Map center is 8.0 miles from Ashland, Oregon (OR)
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PCT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Pacific Crest PCT at Siskiyou Pass

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

PCT Map 126 (NOBO): From Mount Ashland the Pacific Crest Trail continues heading eastward over the Siskiyou Mountains before crossing Interstate 5 at the Siskiyou Pass.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the PCT?
The length of this section of the PCT is 11.9 miles (19.1 km) or 26,835 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
11.9 mi4,209 ft6,214 ft2,005 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
6.1 hrs1,491 ft2,540 ftS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
6.3 hrs2,540 ft1,491 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 Siskiyou Pass 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: Talent, OR
  2. North Topo Map: Ashland, OR
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Emigrant Lake, OR
  4. West Topo Map: Siskiyou Peak, OR
  5. Topo Map: Mount Ashland, OR
  6. East Topo Map: Siskiyou Pass, OR
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Buckhorn Bally, CA
  8. South Topo Map: Cottonwood Peak, ID
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Hornbrook, 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.