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California
4.0 mi
Distance
1,012 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Eldorado National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Bald Mountain Canyon
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Bald Mountain Canyon offers a moderately paced ascent through scenic canyon terrain with nearly 1,000 feet of elevation gain over four miles. This trail provides excellent views of the surrounding canyon landscape and is ideal for hikers seeking a half-day adventure with manageable difficulty. The route showcases typical California chaparral and oak woodland ecosystems.
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