Donner Summit Pac Crest Trailhead
This trailhead provides access to the Pacific Crest Trail. A short access trail heads east from the trailhead to connect to the PCT. Heading north takes you under I-80 and on to destinations such as Castle Valley, Round Valley and Peter Grubb Hut, to Paradise Valley and beyond, with views of Castle Peak and Basin Peak. Heading south leads you to Historic Donner Pass, Mount Judah, the Benson Hut, Tinkers Knob, and beyond.
General Information
May 31 - October 31
Operated as a sno-park, November 1 to May 30 Summer season, May 31 to October 31
No fees are required for this site
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 39.33988
Longitude: -120.343936
Directions
Donner Summit Pacific Crest Trailhead is located on the south side of I-80 at the Castle Peak/Boreal exit beyond Boreal Inn.
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
