The PCT at Mink Lake Basin,
Pacific Crest Trail Map 146

Map center is 26.3 miles from La Pine, Oregon (OR)
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PCT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Pacific Crest PCT at Mink Lake Basin

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

PCT Map 146 (NOBO): On this map the PCT winds between a number of different lakes in the Mink Lake Basin; Horseshoe Lake, Moody Lake, Cliff Lake, Vera Lake and Dumbbell Lake.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the PCT?
The length of this section of the PCT is 11.1 miles (17.8 km) or 23,446 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
11.1 mi5,069 ft5,673 ft604 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
3.8 hrs706 ft498 ftMS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
3.8 hrs498 ft706 ftMS
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 Mink Lake Basin 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: French Mountain, OR
  2. North Topo Map: Substitute Point, OR
  3. Northeast Topo Map: South Sister, OR
  4. West Topo Map: Chucksney Mountain, OR
  5. Topo Map: Packsaddle Mountain, OR
  6. East Topo Map: Elk Lake, OR
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Waldo Mountain, OR
  8. South Topo Map: Irish Mountain, OR
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Crane Prairie Reservoir, OR

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.