The PCT at Mount Hood,
Pacific Crest Trail Map 158

Map center is 3.7 miles from Government Camp, Oregon (OR)
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PCT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Pacific Crest PCT at Mount Hood

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

PCT Map 158 (NOBO): On this map the Pacific Crest Trail wraps around the southwest base of Mount Hood from Barlow Pass to the Sandy River.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the PCT?
The length of this section of the PCT is 14.5 miles (23.4 km) or 31,561 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
14.5 mi3,284 ft6,102 ft2,818 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
5.9 hrs2,327 ft3,176 ftVS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
6.5 hrs3,176 ft2,327 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 Mount Hood 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: Bull Run Lake, OR
  2. North Topo Map: Mount Hood North, OR
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Dog River, OR
  4. West Topo Map: Government Camp, OR
  5. Topo Map: Mount Hood South, OR
  6. East Topo Map: Badger Lake, OR
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Wolf Peak, OR
  8. South Topo Map: Wapinitia Pass, OR
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Post Point, 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.