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Washington

Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail

11.4 mi

Distance

4,717 ft

Gain

5h 31m

Time

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What we do know

  • Inside North Cascades National Park

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  • No access route mapped

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Through-trail
Big climb
Out & back

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Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail

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Elevation & route

Distance
11.4 mi
Elevation gain
4,717 ft
Elevation loss
4,717 ft
Highest point
4,319 ft
Lowest point
2,188 ft
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Managing agency
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About this trail

The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail is a 22.8-mile out-and-back trail in Washington with 4,717 feet of elevation gain and loss. The route reaches a maximum elevation of 4,319 feet.

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Triangle Recreation Camp

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