Pacific Crest Trail
10.9 mi
Distance
2,083 ft
Elev. Gain
4h 41m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Pacific Crest Trail is a point-to-point trail in Toiyabe National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Alpine County, California. It is 11 miles long and gains 2,083 feet. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Markleeville, California, about 5 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,478 ft |
| High point | 3.0 mi | 2,780 ft |
| End | 10.9 mi | 2,613 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
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Markleeville, CA · about 5 mi away
- County:
- Alpine County, CA
- Jurisdiction:
- Toiyabe National Forest · United States Forest Service
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Campgrounds near this trail
Dispersed USFS
1 mi awayToiyabe National Forest
Pricing varies — check with the operatorDispersed
Lower Blue Lake Campground
1.2 mi awayToiyabe National Forest
Markleeville, CA
Reservable
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1.7 mi awayEldorado National Forest
Markleeville, CA
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Wet Meadows Reservoir
2.7 mi awayToiyabe National Forest
Markleeville, CA
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Silver Lake East- Eldorado
3.7 mi awayToiyabe National Forest
Markleeville, CA
Check official pricing105 sitesReservable TentRV Well reviewed Major Issues
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