Pacific Crest Trail 50 (PCT 50)
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Pacific Crest Trail 50 (PCT 50)
The Pacific Crest Trail 50 is a 50 mile out and back trail run in the Cleveland National Forest, east San Diego County on June 5, 2027. The course follows the Pacific Crest Trail for most of the route, running mostly on single-track trail with rocky sections and multiple climbs through chaparral and mountain woods.
Runners begin at roughly 3,000 feet and reach up to about 6,000 feet in the Laguna Mountains. The course includes approximately 7,500 feet of total elevation gain, with about 2,500 feet of gain concentrated in the first part of the route. Notable course points and aid station locations include Boulder Oaks, Fred Canyon, Dale’s Kitchen, Per’s Cabin, and Penny Pines.
Fully stocked aid stations are located at miles 6.4, 13.7, 17.5, 22.7, 27.3, 32.5, 36.3, and 43.6, and Tailwind will be available at every aid station. Crews are permitted access only to Penny Pines; drop bags must be labeled with the runner name and will be available at Penny Pines. Per’s Cabin is trail access only for crews; parking is required at Monument Peak Road with a short hike to the aid station.
Pacers are allowed from the second pass through Penny Pines or from Per’s Cabin on the return. The event operates under permit on Cleveland National Forest and enforces cutoffs including a 13.5 hour overall time limit plus intermediate cutoff times at several aid stations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
