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California
6.8 mi
Distance
1,545 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Eldorado National Forest
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Boundary data
What's missing
No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Bryan Meadow
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Bryan Meadow offers a moderate 6.8-mile round trip through scenic meadowland with nearly 1,550 feet of elevation gain. This trail showcases the natural grassland ecosystem typical of California's mid-elevation regions, with gradual climbing that rewards hikers with expansive views of the surrounding terrain. The meadow setting provides excellent opportunities for wildflower viewing and wildlife observation in a relatively accessible package.
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