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Pacific Crest Trail landmarks and waypoints

107 named places in 28 trail sections, ordered by approximate route mile. Use the category filters on the permit map to see these same points in Map, 3D and Explore in 3D.

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Section 1

Mexican Border – Warner Springs

  1. Southern Terminus / Mexico Border Monument

    ≈ MI 0

    ≈ 2,916 FT · 32.58950, -116.46660

    Official southern endpoint at the U.S.–Mexico border

    Junctions & access
    Sources

  2. Campo

    ≈ MI 1.4

    ≈ 2,923 FT · 32.59638, -116.46994

    Common long-distance hiker resupply, meal or overnight stop

    Towns & resupply
    Sources

  3. Lake Morena

    ≈ MI 20

    ≈ 3,010 FT · 32.68774, -116.51435

    Early major lake and campground

    WaterCamps & shelters
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  4. Mount Laguna

    ≈ MI 42.5

    ≈ 3,116 FT · 32.79827, -116.56806

    High-country transition with desert views

    Peaks & viewsTowns & resupply
    Sources

  5. Sunrise Trailhead / Anza-Borrego views

    ≈ MI 59.5

    ≈ 3,196 FT · 32.88178, -116.60865

    Classic overlook into Anza-Borrego Desert

    Peaks & viewsJunctions & access
    Sources

  6. Scissors Crossing

    ≈ MI 77

    ≈ 3,279 FT · 32.96774, -116.65043

    Notorious hot low-desert crossing

    Junctions & accessLandscapes
    Sources

  7. Julian access

    ≈ MI 77.3

    ≈ 3,280 FT · 32.96921, -116.65114

    Common long-distance hiker resupply, meal or overnight stop

    Towns & resupply
    Sources

  8. Eagle Rock

    ≈ MI 101

    ≈ 3,392 FT · 33.08564, -116.70773

    Iconic eagle-shaped rock formation

    Landscapes
    Sources

Section 2

Warner Springs – I-10 / San Gorgonio Pass

  1. Warner Springs

    ≈ MI 109.5

    ≈ 3,432 FT · 33.12739, -116.72802

    Common long-distance hiker resupply, meal or overnight stop

    Towns & resupply
    Sources

  2. Paradise Valley / San Jacinto foothills

    ≈ MI 151

    ≈ 3,627 FT · 33.33125, -116.82710

    Gateway into the San Jacinto high country

    Landscapes
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  3. San Jacinto Mountain zone

    ≈ MI 179

    ≈ 3,759 FT · 33.46879, -116.89394

    One of Southern California's signature alpine sections

    Peaks & views
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  4. Idyllwild

    ≈ MI 179.4

    ≈ 3,761 FT · 33.47075, -116.89490

    Common long-distance hiker resupply, meal or overnight stop

    Towns & resupply
    Sources

  5. Fuller Ridge

    ≈ MI 186

    ≈ 3,792 FT · 33.50317, -116.91066

    Long exposed ridge with sweeping desert views

    Peaks & views
    Sources

Section 3

I-10 / San Gorgonio Pass – I-15 / Cajon Pass

  1. San Gorgonio Pass

    ≈ MI 209.5

    ≈ 3,902 FT · 33.61861, -116.96676

    Deep low pass between San Jacinto and San Gorgonio

    Junctions & access
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  2. Big Bear Lake

    ≈ MI 266

    ≈ 4,168 FT · 33.89615, -117.10165

    Major lake basin and common stop

    WaterTowns & resupply
    Sources

  3. Deep Creek Hot Springs

    ≈ MI 307

    ≈ 4,361 FT · 34.09755, -117.19953

    Popular natural hot springs along Deep Creek

    Water
    Sources

Section 4

I-15 / Cajon Pass – Hwy 14 / Agua Dulce

  1. Cajon Junction

    ≈ MI 342

    ≈ 4,526 FT · 34.26948, -117.28309

    Common long-distance hiker resupply, meal or overnight stop

    Towns & resupplyJunctions & access
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  2. Cajon Pass

    ≈ MI 342

    ≈ 4,526 FT · 34.26948, -117.28309

    Major transportation corridor crossing

    Junctions & access
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  3. Mount Baden-Powell area

    ≈ MI 369

    ≈ 4,653 FT · 34.40211, -117.34755

    High ridge and summit-side alpine scenery

    Peaks & views
    Sources

  4. Wrightwood

    ≈ MI 369.4

    ≈ 4,655 FT · 34.40408, -117.34850

    Common long-distance hiker resupply, meal or overnight stop

    Towns & resupply
    Sources

  5. Vasquez Rocks

    ≈ MI 410

    ≈ 4,846 FT · 34.60351, -117.44543

    Distinctive tilted sandstone formations used in film and TV

    History & culture
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Section 5

Hwy 14 / Agua Dulce – Hwy 58 / Mojave-Tehachapi

  1. Agua Dulce

    ≈ MI 454.5

    ≈ 5,056 FT · 34.82211, -117.55167

    Classic desert trail-town stop

    Towns & resupply
    Sources

  2. Antelope Valley / Mojave fringe

    ≈ MI 517

    ≈ 5,350 FT · 35.12912, -117.70088

    Wind farms and broad desert crossings

    Landscapes
    Sources

  3. Tehachapi

    ≈ MI 566.4

    ≈ 5,583 FT · 35.37179, -117.81882

    Common long-distance hiker resupply, meal or overnight stop

    Towns & resupply
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  4. Tehachapi Pass

    ≈ MI 566.4

    ≈ 5,583 FT · 35.37179, -117.81882

    Major pass at the southern Sierra transition

    Junctions & accessLandscapes
    Sources

Section 7

Hwy 178 / Walker Pass – Mt. Whitney area

  1. Lake Isabella / Ridgecrest access

    ≈ MI 652

    ≈ 5,986 FT · 35.79227, -118.02318

    Common long-distance hiker resupply, meal or overnight stop

    Towns & resupply
    Sources

  2. Walker Pass

    ≈ MI 652

    ≈ 5,986 FT · 35.79227, -118.02318

    Historic Sierra gateway

    Camps & sheltersJunctions & access
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  3. Kennedy Meadows South

    ≈ MI 702.2

    ≈ 6,194 FT · 36.00939, -118.12870

    Traditional start of the High Sierra for northbound hikers

    Towns & resupplyJunctions & access
    Sources

  4. Cottonwood Pass / Horseshoe Meadow access

    ≈ MI 744.5

    ≈ 10,453 FT · 36.42930, -118.27881

    Popular Sierra access and acclimatization point

    Junctions & access
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Section 8

Mt. Whitney area – Tuolumne Meadows

  1. Crabtree Meadow / Mt. Whitney junction

    ≈ MI 767

    ≈ 10,703 FT · 36.56480, -118.35041

    PCT junction for the Mount Whitney side trip

    Junctions & accessLandscapes
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  2. Forester Pass

    ≈ MI 780.6

    ≈ 13,142 FT · 36.69451, -118.37357

    Highest point on the PCT at roughly 13,200 ft

    Junctions & access
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  3. Glen Pass

    ≈ MI 792.6

    ≈ 11,970 FT · 36.78949, -118.41166

    Steep Kings Canyon pass above Rae Lakes

    Junctions & access
    Sources

  4. Rae Lakes

    ≈ MI 796

    ≈ 10,604 FT · 36.80848, -118.39825

    One of the Sierra's most famous lake basins

    Water
    Sources

  5. Woods Creek Suspension Bridge

    ≈ MI 808.5

    ≈ 12,689 FT · 36.92573, -118.56333

    Notable suspension bridge and common camp vicinity

    Peaks & viewsWaterJunctions & access
    Sources

  6. Pinchot Pass

    ≈ MI 817

    ≈ 12,068 FT · 36.93643, -118.41257

    12,000-ft-class Sierra pass

    Junctions & access
    Sources

  7. Lake Marjorie

    ≈ MI 827

    ≈ 12,438 FT · 37.05344, -118.66812

    High alpine lake beneath Pinchot Pass

    Water
    Sources

  8. Mather Pass

    ≈ MI 836

    ≈ 12,089 FT · 37.03195, -118.46002

    Major pass between Upper Basin and Palisade Lakes

    Junctions & access
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  9. Palisade Lakes

    ≈ MI 840.5

    ≈ 10,833 FT · 37.05374, -118.47267

    Dramatic lakes beneath Mather Pass

    Water
    Sources

  10. Golden Staircase

    ≈ MI 850

    ≈ 9,349 FT · 37.05363, -118.50601

    Famous steep switchback climb built into LeConte Canyon

    History & culture
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  11. Muir Trail Ranch

    ≈ MI 857.7

    ≈ 7,875 FT · 37.22579, -118.86127

    Common long-distance hiker resupply, meal or overnight stop

    Towns & resupply
    Sources

  12. LeConte Canyon

    ≈ MI 858

    ≈ 12,018 FT · 37.26744, -118.84370

    Deep granite canyon and classic Sierra corridor

    Landscapes
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  13. Muir Pass / Muir Hut

    ≈ MI 871

    ≈ 11,958 FT · 37.11200, -118.67051

    Iconic 11,955-ft pass and stone John Muir Shelter

    Camps & sheltersHistory & cultureJunctions & access
    Sources

  14. Vermilion Valley Resort

    ≈ MI 874.5

    ≈ 11,794 FT · 37.38134, -118.93715

    Common long-distance hiker resupply, meal or overnight stop

    Towns & resupply
    Sources

  15. Evolution Lake

    ≈ MI 879

    ≈ 10,862 FT · 37.17315, -118.69761

    Signature Evolution Basin lake

    Water
    Sources

  16. Evolution Meadow

    ≈ MI 884

    ≈ 11,666 FT · 37.44693, -118.99096

    Broad alpine meadow in Evolution Valley

    Landscapes
    Sources

  17. McClure Meadow

    ≈ MI 892

    ≈ 11,557 FT · 37.50215, -119.03627

    Classic Evolution Valley campsite and view corridor

    Landscapes
    Sources

  18. Muir Trail Ranch junction

    ≈ MI 904

    ≈ 7,875 FT · 37.22579, -118.86127

    Important remote Sierra resupply point

    WaterTowns & resupplyJunctions & access
    Sources

  19. Red's Meadow / Mammoth Lakes

    ≈ MI 906.6

    ≈ 7,613 FT · 37.61204, -119.07695

    Common long-distance hiker resupply, meal or overnight stop

    Towns & resupply
    Sources

  20. Selden Pass

    ≈ MI 912

    ≈ 10,876 FT · 37.28995, -118.87292

    Pass between Bear Creek and Sallie Keyes area

    Junctions & access
    Sources

  21. Virginia Lake / Tully Hole area

    ≈ MI 921

    ≈ 9,570 FT · 37.50278, -118.92278

    Scenic high basin and meadow complex

    WaterLandscapes
    Sources

  22. Donohue Pass

    ≈ MI 929

    ≈ 11,056 FT · 37.76102, -119.24867

    Yosemite–Ansel Adams boundary and major JMT/PCT pass

    Junctions & access
    Sources

  23. Lyell Canyon

    ≈ MI 936

    ≈ 8,700 FT · 37.83096, -119.28225

    Long glacial valley with the Lyell Fork

    Landscapes
    Sources

Section 9

Tuolumne Meadows – Sonora Pass

  1. Tuolumne Meadows

    ≈ MI 942.5

    ≈ 8,603 FT · 37.87057, -119.36544

    Major Yosemite high-country landmark and resupply area

    Camps & sheltersTowns & resupplyLandscapes
    Sources

  2. Cathedral Pass / Cathedral Peak views

    ≈ MI 949

    ≈ 9,704 FT · 37.83463, -119.41552

    Granite spires and classic Yosemite high-country scenery

    Peaks & viewsJunctions & access
    Sources

  3. Yosemite high country north of Tuolumne

    ≈ MI 958

    ≈ 10,793 FT · 37.94645, -119.31061

    Granite domes, meadows and alpine forest

    Landscapes
    Sources

Section 10

Sonora Pass – Echo Lake

  1. Sonora Pass

    ≈ MI 1016.9

    ≈ 9,611 FT · 38.32770, -119.63685

    High Sierra road pass and major section boundary

    Junctions & access
    Sources

  2. Carson-Iceberg Wilderness

    ≈ MI 1050

    ≈ 9,969 FT · 38.54501, -119.51056

    Volcanic ridges and Sierra transition terrain

    Peaks & viewsLandscapes
    Sources

Section 11

Echo Lake – I-80 / Truckee

  1. Echo Lake

    ≈ MI 1092.3

    ≈ 6,238 FT · 38.93325, -119.98436

    Tahoe-area lake and common resupply/access point

    WaterTowns & resupply
    Sources

  2. Desolation Wilderness

    ≈ MI 1120

    ≈ 9,341 FT · 39.00044, -119.66270

    Granite basin filled with alpine lakes

    WaterLandscapes
    Sources

Section 12

I-80 / Truckee – Hwy 49 / Sierra City

  1. Donner Pass

    ≈ MI 1153.4

    ≈ 9,041 FT · 39.21774, -119.73529

    Emigrant-history corridor and major Sierra crossing

    History & cultureJunctions & access
    Sources

  2. Donner Summit / Truckee

    ≈ MI 1153.4

    ≈ 9,041 FT · 39.21774, -119.73529

    Common long-distance hiker resupply, meal or overnight stop

    Towns & resupplyJunctions & access
    Sources

Section 13

Hwy 49 / Sierra City – Hwy 70 / Belden

  1. Sierra City

    ≈ MI 1195.4

    ≈ 8,665 FT · 39.49100, -119.82657

    Common long-distance hiker resupply, meal or overnight stop

    Towns & resupply
    Sources

  2. Bucks Lake Wilderness

    ≈ MI 1263.5

    ≈ 8,054 FT · 39.93406, -119.97458

    Forest and lake country in northern Sierra

    WaterLandscapes
    Sources

  3. Belden

    ≈ MI 1286.8

    ≈ 7,845 FT · 40.08566, -120.02522

    Common long-distance hiker resupply, meal or overnight stop

    Towns & resupply
    Sources

  4. Belden / Feather River canyon

    ≈ MI 1286.8

    ≈ 7,845 FT · 40.08566, -120.02522

    Deep canyon crossing and low-elevation heat zone

    WaterTowns & resupplyLandscapes
    Sources

Section 14

Hwy 70 / Belden – Burney Falls

  1. Chester

    ≈ MI 1331.1

    ≈ 7,448 FT · 40.37388, -120.12150

    Common long-distance hiker resupply, meal or overnight stop

    Towns & resupply
    Sources

  2. Lassen volcanic region

    ≈ MI 1365

    ≈ 7,144 FT · 40.59443, -120.19518

    Volcanic terrain near Lassen Peak

    Landscapes
    Sources

  3. Old Station

    ≈ MI 1373.5

    ≈ 7,068 FT · 40.64973, -120.21366

    Common long-distance hiker resupply, meal or overnight stop

    Towns & resupply
    Sources

Section 15

Burney Falls – I-5 / Castle Crags

  1. Burney Falls

    ≈ MI 1419

    ≈ 6,660 FT · 40.94576, -120.31255

    Iconic spring-fed waterfall

    Water
    Sources

  2. McArthur-Burney Falls State Park

    ≈ MI 1419

    ≈ 6,660 FT · 40.94576, -120.31255

    Common long-distance hiker resupply, meal or overnight stop

    Camps & sheltersTowns & resupply
    Sources

Section 16

I-5 / Castle Crags – Etna Summit

  1. Castle Crags

    ≈ MI 1501

    ≈ 5,924 FT · 41.47926, -120.49076

    Massive granite spires visible from the trail

    Landscapes
    Sources

  2. Castella / Dunsmuir / Mt. Shasta access

    ≈ MI 1501.1

    ≈ 5,924 FT · 41.47991, -120.49098

    Common long-distance hiker resupply, meal or overnight stop

    Towns & resupply
    Sources

  3. Trinity Alps views

    ≈ MI 1550

    ≈ 5,485 FT · 41.79806, -120.59726

    Rugged northern California alpine skyline

    Peaks & views
    Sources

Section 17

Etna Summit – Seiad Valley

  1. Etna

    ≈ MI 1599.7

    ≈ 5,039 FT · 42.12141, -120.70528

    Common long-distance hiker resupply, meal or overnight stop

    Towns & resupply
    Sources

Section 18

Seiad Valley – I-5 / Ashland

  1. Seiad Valley

    ≈ MI 1655.9

    ≈ 4,536 FT · 42.48706, -120.82742

    Classic far-northern California stop

    WaterTowns & resupply
    Sources

  2. Siskiyou Crest

    ≈ MI 1690

    ≈ 4,230 FT · 42.70892, -120.90154

    High ridge along the California–Oregon transition

    Peaks & views
    Sources

Section 19

I-5 / Ashland – Hwy 140 / Fish Lake

  1. Ashland access

    ≈ MI 1718.7

    ≈ 3,972 FT · 42.89564, -120.96391

    Common long-distance hiker resupply, meal or overnight stop

    Towns & resupply
    Sources

  2. Oregon border / Siskiyou area

    ≈ MI 1718.7

    ≈ 3,972 FT · 42.89564, -120.96391

    California-to-Oregon milestone

    Junctions & access
    Sources

Section 20

Hwy 140 – Hwy 138 / Mt. Thielsen

  1. Crater Lake National Park junction

    ≈ MI 1820

    ≈ 3,064 FT · 43.55471, -121.18408

    Access to Crater Lake and volcanic caldera scenery

    Landscapes
    Sources

  2. Mazama Village / Crater Lake

    ≈ MI 1821.7

    ≈ 3,049 FT · 43.56577, -121.18777

    Common long-distance hiker resupply, meal or overnight stop

    Camps & sheltersTowns & resupply
    Sources

  3. Mount Thielsen views

    ≈ MI 1840

    ≈ 2,885 FT · 43.68483, -121.22755

    Sharp 'Lightning Rod of the Cascades' skyline

    Peaks & viewsLandscapes
    Sources

Section 21

Hwy 138 / Mt. Thielsen – Hwy 58 / Willamette Pass

  1. Shelter Cove

    ≈ MI 1906.6

    ≈ 2,288 FT · 44.11814, -121.37229

    Common long-distance hiker resupply, meal or overnight stop

    Towns & resupply
    Sources

  2. Shelter Cove / Odell Lake

    ≈ MI 1906.6

    ≈ 2,288 FT · 44.11814, -121.37229

    Major Oregon lake and hiker stop

    WaterTowns & resupply
    Sources

Section 22

Hwy 58 / Willamette Pass – Hwy 242 / McKenzie Pass

  1. Three Sisters Wilderness

    ≈ MI 1970

    ≈ 1,719 FT · 44.53063, -121.51009

    Iconic central Oregon volcanic landscape

    Peaks & viewsLandscapes
    Sources

  2. McKenzie Pass / lava fields

    ≈ MI 1983.8

    ≈ 1,595 FT · 44.62041, -121.54008

    Black lava flows and Cascade views

    Junctions & accessLandscapes
    Sources

  3. Sisters / Bend access

    ≈ MI 1983.8

    ≈ 1,595 FT · 44.62041, -121.54008

    Common long-distance hiker resupply, meal or overnight stop

    Towns & resupply
    Sources

Section 23

Hwy 242 / McKenzie Pass – Hwy 35 / Barlow Pass

  1. Mount Jefferson Wilderness

    ≈ MI 2025

    ≈ 1,226 FT · 44.88846, -121.62963

    Large stratovolcano dominates the skyline

    Peaks & viewsLandscapes
    Sources

Section 24

Hwy 35 / Barlow Pass – I-84 / Cascade Locks

  1. Timberline Lodge

    ≈ MI 2097

    ≈ 580 FT · 45.35690, -121.78611

    Common long-distance hiker resupply, meal or overnight stop

    Towns & resupply
    Sources

  2. Timberline Lodge / Mount Hood

    ≈ MI 2097

    ≈ 580 FT · 45.35690, -121.78611

    Iconic WPA-era lodge on Mount Hood

    Peaks & viewsTowns & resupplyHistory & culture
    Sources

  3. Bridge of the Gods / Columbia River

    ≈ MI 2146.7

    ≈ 149 FT · 45.66985, -121.89065

    Iconic crossing from Oregon into Washington

    Peaks & viewsWaterJunctions & access
    Sources

  4. Cascade Locks

    ≈ MI 2146.7

    ≈ 149 FT · 45.66985, -121.89065

    Common long-distance hiker resupply, meal or overnight stop

    Towns & resupply
    Sources

Section 25

Cascade Locks – Hwy 12 / White Pass

  1. Mount Adams Wilderness

    ≈ MI 2195

    ≈ 734 FT · 46.02746, -121.79280

    Close views of Mount Adams

    Peaks & viewsLandscapes
    Sources

  2. Trout Lake

    ≈ MI 2228.9

    ≈ 1,131 FT · 46.27040, -121.72633

    Common long-distance hiker resupply, meal or overnight stop

    Towns & resupply
    Sources

  3. Goat Rocks Wilderness south

    ≈ MI 2230

    ≈ 1,144 FT · 46.27828, -121.72417

    High open ridges and volcanic views

    Peaks & viewsLandscapes
    Sources

  4. Knife's Edge

    ≈ MI 2245

    ≈ 1,320 FT · 46.38578, -121.69476

    Famous narrow, exposed Goat Rocks ridge

    Peaks & views
    Sources

  5. White Pass

    ≈ MI 2294.9

    ≈ 1,904 FT · 46.74339, -121.59691

    Major Washington road pass

    Towns & resupplyJunctions & access
    Sources

Section 26

White Pass – I-90 / Snoqualmie Pass

  1. Mount Rainier views

    ≈ MI 2335

    ≈ 2,374 FT · 47.03077, -121.51828

    Frequent dramatic views of Mount Rainier

    Peaks & viewsLandscapes
    Sources

Section 27

Snoqualmie Pass – Hwy 2 / Stevens Pass

  1. Snoqualmie Pass

    ≈ MI 2393.1

    ≈ 3,014 FT · 47.42206, -121.41122

    Major Cascade crossing and resupply

    Towns & resupplyJunctions & access
    Sources

  2. Alpine Lakes Wilderness

    ≈ MI 2420

    ≈ 3,435 FT · 47.59378, -121.31322

    Dense concentration of alpine lakes and granite

    WaterLandscapes
    Sources

Section 28

Stevens Pass – Hwy 20 / Rainy Pass

  1. Stevens Pass

    ≈ MI 2464.1

    ≈ 4,046 FT · 47.84289, -121.17106

    Major Cascade road crossing

    Junctions & access
    Sources

  2. Stevens Pass / Skykomish

    ≈ MI 2464.1

    ≈ 4,046 FT · 47.84289, -121.17106

    Common long-distance hiker resupply, meal or overnight stop

    Towns & resupplyJunctions & access
    Sources

  3. Glacier Peak Wilderness

    ≈ MI 2500

    ≈ 4,544 FT · 48.04568, -121.05534

    Remote rugged section around Glacier Peak

    Peaks & viewsLandscapes
    Sources

  4. Stehekin

    ≈ MI 2571.9

    ≈ 1,176 FT · 48.30931, -120.65650

    Common long-distance hiker resupply, meal or overnight stop

    Towns & resupply
    Sources

  5. Stehekin / Lake Chelan

    ≈ MI 2571.9

    ≈ 1,176 FT · 48.30931, -120.65650

    Remote lake-access community and iconic hiker stop

    WaterTowns & resupply
    Sources

Section 29

Rainy Pass – Manning Park

  1. Rainy Pass

    ≈ MI 2591.1

    ≈ 5,806 FT · 48.56027, -120.76167

    North Cascades Highway crossing

    Junctions & access
    Sources

  2. North Cascades high country

    ≈ MI 2615

    ≈ 6,138 FT · 48.69528, -120.68463

    Final sustained alpine terrain before Canada

    Peaks & views
    Sources

  3. Northern Terminus / Canada Border Monument

    ≈ MI 2655.8

    ≈ 4,231 FT · 49.00045, -120.80190

    Official northern endpoint at the U.S.–Canada border

    Junctions & access
    Sources