PCT - California Section H
Kings Canyon National Park, Fresno County, CA
Point-to-point trail in Kings Canyon National Park, Fresno County, CA. Hiking.
- Distance
- 178.5 mi (287.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 31,965 ft (9,743 m)
- Est. Time
- 73 hr 40 min
- High point
- 13,094 ft (3,991 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Peak: Puppy Dome 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from start
- Visitor center: Tuolumne Meadows Wilderness Center 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from start
- Trailhead: Lyell Canyon Trailhead 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from start
- Visitor center: Tuolumne Meadows Ranger Station 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from start
- Viewpoint 19.9 mi (32 km) from start
- Viewpoint 23.2 mi (37.4 km) from start
- Viewpoint 25.7 mi (41.4 km) from start
- Viewpoint 25.8 mi (41.6 km) from start
- Trailhead: High Trailhead 28.5 mi (45.9 km) from start
- Trailhead: Shadow Creek Trailhead 28.6 mi (46.1 km) from start
- Spring 41.5 mi (66.7 km) from start
- Spring 42.3 mi (68.1 km) from start
- Spring 54.1 mi (87.1 km) from start
- Spring 54.3 mi (87.4 km) from start
- Viewpoint 59.1 mi (95.1 km) from start
- Waterfall 62.5 mi (100.6 km) from start
- Waterfall 62.6 mi (100.7 km) from start
- Spring 85.1 mi (136.9 km) from start
- Spring 85.1 mi (136.9 km) from start
- Attraction: John Muir Rock 89.8 mi (144.6 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about PCT - California Section H
How long is PCT - California Section H?
PCT - California Section H is 178.5 mi (287.3 km) long. Most people take about 73 hr 40 min. It climbs 31,965 ft (9,743 m) in total, up to a high point of 13,094 ft (3,991 m).
How hard is PCT - California Section H?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for PCT - California Section H?
Parking at the start. 7 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on PCT - California Section H?
Drinking water on the way at 0.4 mi (0.7 km). Toilets: Trailhead, 0.4 mi (0.7 km), 28.5 mi (45.9 km), 28.6 mi (46.1 km). 6 springs (treat before drinking).
Is PCT - California Section H shaded?
Partly shaded (49% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on PCT - California Section H?
No, dogs are not allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on PCT - California Section H?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near PCT - California Section H?
Tuolumne Meadows Grill, 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from the start. Shop: Tuolumne Meadows Store, 0.3 mi (0.4 km). 1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for PCT - California Section H?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near PCT - California Section H
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- Dog Lake Trail Yosemite National Park · Moderate · 4 mi (6.4 km)
- Puppy Boulders Approach Yosemite National Park · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
- Elizabeth Lake Trail Yosemite National Park · Moderate · 4.2 mi (6.8 km)
- Dog Lake Trail Yosemite National Park · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.7 km)
- Young Lakes via Dog Lake Trail Yosemite National Park · Hard · 6.7 mi (10.8 km)
- Lembert Dome Trail Yosemite National Park · Moderate · 1.9 mi (3.1 km)
- Old Tioga Road Yosemite National Park · Easy · 1.2 mi (1.9 km)
More hikes in Kings Canyon National Park
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