There are at least two water sources between Old Station and this location: Lost Creek after 8 miles and Cache 22 after another 8 miles. You will not have to carry water for 30 miles! During hiker season there might also be a Trail Angel Café on top of Hat Creek Overlook. There is also potable water at the Subway Cave (detour). There is space for 3 tents at Rock Spring.

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September 23, 2020

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This is the first drinking water access after a 30-mile waterless section on the PCT going north from Old Station. It is also probably the best campspot with water proximity, as the other official campsite on the PCT on the north end of Baum Lake is about a half mile to a mile away from decent water access. Big boulders in the creek facilitate crossing with dry feet. The tall grass can obscure the fact that the trail crosses to the other side.

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Location: Cassel, Shasta County, California, United States

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