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California
2.5 mi
Distance
561 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Eldorado National Forest
2 managing-area boundaries mapped — agency alerts for them feed this page automatically.
Boundary data
What's missing
No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Ellicott
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Ellicott Trail is a short, accessible hike near the town of Ellicott in California's foothills. With modest elevation gain spread across 2.5 miles, this trail offers a pleasant walk through local terrain ideal for a quick outdoor outing or family hike.
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