PCT — Oregon Section F landscape

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PCT — Oregon Section F

7 days · 106.9 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point

Quick facts

Distance106.9 mi
Days out7
Elevation gain14,938 ft
Gain / mile140 ft
High point6,900 ft
Difficulty index43/100

What the PCT — Oregon Section F is known for

PCT Section F in Oregon runs about 106 miles from McKenzie Pass to Barlow Pass, passing Mount Washington, Three Fingered Jack, and Mount Jefferson, with the alpine meadows of Jefferson Park along the way. Point-to-point, ending below Mount Hood; typically 6-7 days.

Route map & campsites

Route map of the PCT — Oregon Section F on OpenStreetMap terrain Open in Planner →

Route shape from OpenStreetMap geometry. Start · End · Camp

Elevation profile

Elevation ranges from 10,633 ft to 21,562 ft over 106.9 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).

  • Uphill 46.3 mi · 43%
  • Downhill 53.1 mi · 50%
  • Flat 7.2 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 — Oregon Section F?

43 / 100

On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the PCT — Oregon Section F scores 43/100, a relative rating across the 569 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 — Oregon Section F?

The PCT — Oregon Section F climbs roughly 14,938 ft total — about 140 ft per mile, topping out near 6,900 ft.

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Sources & attribution

Route geometry and stats derived from OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL) — 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.

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