The PCT at Okanogan National Forest,
Pacific Crest Trail Map 196

Map center is 31.6 miles from Winthrop, Washington (WA)
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Trails National Scenic Trails Pacific Crest PCT at Okanogan National Forest

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

PCT Map 196 (NOBO): From Tamarack Peak the Pacific Crest Trail continues north, around Devils Backbone, and over Holman and Woody Pass in the Mount Baker and Okanogan National Forests.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the PCT?
The length of this section of the PCT is 13.6 miles (21.8 km) or 30,484 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
13.6 mi5,118 ft6,788 ft1,670 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
7.0 hrs3,145 ft2,838 ftVS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
6.9 hrs2,838 ft3,145 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 Okanogan National Forest 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: Castle Peak, WA
  2. North Topo Map: Frosty Creek, WA
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Tatoosh Buttes, WA
  4. West Topo Map: Shull Mountain, WA
  5. Topo Map: Pasayten Peak, WA
  6. East Topo Map: Mount Lago, WA
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Azurite Peak, WA
  8. South Topo Map: Slate Peak, WA
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Robinson Mountain, 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.