Pacific Crest Trail
7.5 mi
Distance
1,545 ft
Elev. Gain
3h 17m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Pacific Crest Trail is a point-to-point trail in Alpine County, California. It is 7.5 miles long and gains 1,545 feet. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Markleeville, California, about 12 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,561 ft |
| High point | 2.2 mi | 2,836 ft |
| End | 7.5 mi | 2,648 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
Official sources & verification
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Markleeville, CA · about 12 mi away
- County:
- Alpine County, CA
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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