The PCT at Columbia River,
Pacific Crest Trail Map 161

Map center is 5.7 miles from Cascade Locks, Oregon (OR)
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PCT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Pacific Crest PCT at Columbia River

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

PCT Map 161 (NOBO): On this map the Pacific Crest trail heads north across Mount Hood National Forest to the Columbia River and Cascade Locks.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the PCT?
The length of this section of the PCT is 11.0 miles (17.8 km) or 24,565 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
11.0 mi748 ft4,272 ft3,524 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
4.8 hrs330 ft3,560 ftM
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
6.0 hrs3,560 ft330 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 Columbia 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: Bonneville Dam, OR
  2. North Topo Map: Carson, WA
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Mount Defiance, OR
  4. West Topo Map: Tanner Butte, OR
  5. Topo Map: Wahtum Lake, OR
  6. East Topo Map: Dee, OR
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Hickman Butte, OR
  8. South Topo Map: Bull Run Lake, OR
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Mount Hood North, 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.