The PCT at Castle Pass,
Pacific Crest Trail Map 197

Map center is 38.4 miles from Winthrop, Washington (WA)
4 Stars
PCT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Pacific Crest PCT at Castle Pass

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

PCT Map 197 (NOBO): From Woody Pass the Pacific Crest Trail continues northward, over Castle Pass and to the U.S. - Canada border in the Okanogan National Forest.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the PCT?
The length of this section of the PCT is 11.6 miles (18.6 km) or 25,448 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
11.6 mi4,419 ft7,083 ft2,664 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
5.2 hrs1,238 ft2,553 ftS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
5.5 hrs2,553 ft1,238 ftVS
Data Accuracy
4 Stars
Data Reliability
4 Stars

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 Castle 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

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
  1. Northwest Topo Map: Skagit Peak OE N, WA
  2. North Topo Map: Castle Peak OE N, WA
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Frosty Creek OE N, WA
  4. West Topo Map: Skagit Peak, WA
  5. Topo Map: Castle Peak, WA
  6. East Topo Map: Frosty Creek, WA
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Jack Mountain, WA
  8. South Topo Map: Shull Mountain, WA
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Pasayten Peak, 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.