The PCT at Tacoma Pass,
Pacific Crest Trail Map 179

Map center is 9.1 miles from Roslyn, Washington (WA)
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PCT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Pacific Crest PCT at Tacoma Pass

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

PCT Map 179 (NOBO): On this map the Pacific Crest Trail follows the Kittitas-King County line to Tacoma Pass, Stampede Pass and Dandy Pass in the Snoqualmie National Forest.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the PCT?
The length of this section of the PCT is 15.6 miles (25.1 km) or 33,975 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
15.6 mi3,478 ft4,829 ft1,351 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
6.5 hrs1,864 ft2,606 ftVS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
6.9 hrs2,606 ft1,864 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 Tacoma 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: Lost Lake, WA
  2. North Topo Map: Stampede Pass, WA
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Kachess Lake, WA
  4. West Topo Map: Lester, WA
  5. Topo Map: Blowout Mountain, WA
  6. East Topo Map: Easton, WA
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Noble Knob, WA
  8. South Topo Map: Raven Roost, WA
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Mount Clifty, WA

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.