Lost Creek runs underground deep inside the steep canyon until it emerges here from the heaps of giant boulders, instantly creating a lush green tunnel of shrubs. This is the only water source for the long 30 miles section of the PCT between Old Station and the Rock Spring or Powerstation 1 at Hat Creek. It is about 8 miles into the hike from Old Station, but it does require a descent of some 500 feet and usually costs an hour hiking down and up and to refill the bottles.

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September 23, 2020

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This part of Section N is notorious for the long 30 miles without any direct water source along the trail between Old Station and the Rock Spring or Powerstation 1 at Hat Creek. There is, however, a water source at Lost Creek Canyon, about 8 miles into the hike from Old Station, but it does require a descent of some 500 feet.

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1. Subway Cave to Lost Creek Source – Pacific Crest Trail – Lassen National Forest

27.7km

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420m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Hat Creek, Shasta County, California, United States

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