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Pacific Crest

The Pacific Crest Trail, officially designated as the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail (PCT) is a long-distance hiking and equestrian trail closely aligned with the highest portion of the Cascade and Sierra Nevada mountain ranges.

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Nearby Parks Around Pacific Crest

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18.2 mi away

Lassen Volcanic

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161.3 mi away

Redwood

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189.8 mi away

Crater Lake

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194.9 mi away

Yosemite

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258.0 mi away

Pinnacles

National Park · CA

355.3 mi away

Death Valley

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Pacific Crest

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7.0 mi away

Lassen Scenic Byway

If you have a few extra days on your hand, then take a drive down one of the most scenic routes in Northern California.

9.3 mi away

Chester, Calif.

Lodging and dining in Chester is available, but options are limited.

15.9 mi away

Boiling Springs Lake Trail

A .8-mile hike to one of the biggest hot lakes in the world.

16.0 mi away

Warner Valley Campground

A smaller campground located one mile north of the Warner Valley Ranger Station.

16.0 mi away

Devil's Kitchen Trail

Explore Lassen's second largest hydrothermal area.

16.0 mi away

Drake Lake Trail

A steep hike to secluded Drake Lake.