Pacific Crest Trail
26.6 mi
Distance
4,774 ft
Elev. Gain
11h 16m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Pacific Crest Trail is a point-to-point trail in Kern County, California. It is 27 miles long and gains 4,774 feet. The surface is dirt. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Onyx, California, about 9 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 1,597 ft |
| High point | 7.3 mi | 2,216 ft |
| End | 26.6 mi | 1,772 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed
Bike and horse access: OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Onyx, CA · about 9 mi away
- County:
- Kern County, CA
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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