Pacific Crest Trail: Oregon Section C - Highway 140 to Highway 138

Pacific Crest Trail: Oregon Section C is a 73.1-mile point-to-point section of the 2,650-mile Pacific Crest Trail. This section of the trail extends from Highway 140 north to Highway 138 (near Cascade Crest) and runs through the Sky Lakes Wilderness and Crater Lake National Park. This is a moderately-rated, multi-purpose trail that is open to runners, hikers, backpackers, and horseback riders.

This section starts with a 4 mile climb into Sky Lakes Wilderness, a land of beautiful subalpine lakes, peaceful meadows, and lush pine forests. In the northern half of this section, the wilderness boundary ends at the border of Crater Lake National Park. While traversing the PCT in Crater Lake National Park, visitors will enjoy scenic views of the mountains surrounding the lake. For hikers who wish to explore the unique volcanic landscape of the area and get closer to the lake's rim, an alternate route is available. 

HIGHLIGHTS

• Sky Lakes Wilderness

• Crater Lake National Park

MILES AND WAYPOINTS (South to North)

00.00 - Highway 140 / Start

00.95 - Wilderness Boundary

03.70 - Join McLoughlin Trail

04.20 - Leave McLoughlin Trail

07.80 - Cross Two Ponds Trail / Access to Fourmile Lake

40.00 - Wilderness Boundary / National Park Boundary

47.00 - Cross Highway 62 / Access to Mazama Village

49.00 - Dutton Creek Trail / PCT Alternate

64.00 - Cross West Rim Drive / Red Cone Trailhead

PERMITS

For information about regional and/or long distance permits please visit https://www.pcta.org/discover-the-trail/permits/.

• Crater Lake National Park - Permits are required for all overnight use. 

HALFMILE MAPS

Lon Cooper, aka "Halfmile," is a hiker, photographer, and map maker. His website provides a wealth of essential information for prospective trail hikers, such as trail notes, maps, and resupply information. You can find Halfmile's information at https://pctmap.net. 

PACIFIC CREST TRAIL ASSOCIATION: www.pcta.org 

The Pacific Crest Trail Association (PCTA) is a non-profit organization that manages and maintains the Pacific Crest Trail. Visit their website for information about the trail, volunteer opportunities, thru-hiker blogs, trail closures, and more. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Crater Lake National Park

Sky Lakes Wilderness