PCT — California Section D
7 days · 109.7 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the PCT — California Section D is known for
176 km (110 mi) of the Pacific Crest Trail from Cajon Pass (I-15) across the San Gabriel Mountains past Mount Baden-Powell to Agua Dulce and the Vasquez Rocks. A 7-day mountain section between two desert gaps.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 7,405 ft to 29,094 ft over 109.7 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 50.7 mi · 47%
- Downhill 50.2 mi · 46%
- Flat 7.9 mi · 7%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the PCT — California Section D?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the PCT — California Section D scores 58/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much elevation gain is on the PCT — California Section D?
The PCT — California Section D climbs roughly 30,633 ft total — about 279 ft per mile, topping out near 9,262 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.