Pacific Crest Trail
1.5 mi
Distance
305 ft
Elev. Gain
39m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Pacific Crest Trail is a point-to-point trail in Shasta National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Shasta County, California. It is 1.5 miles long and gains 305 feet. The surface is dirt. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Castella, California, about 3 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 | 869 ft |
| End | 1.5 mi | 905 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
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Castella, CA · about 3 mi away
- County:
- Shasta County, CA
- Jurisdiction:
- Shasta National Forest · United States Forest Service
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