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California
1.8 mi
Distance
246 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Cleveland National Forest
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No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Ladd Canyon
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Ladd Canyon offers a short and accessible hike through a scenic canyon landscape in California's diverse terrain. With nearly 250 feet of elevation gain over less than two miles, this trail provides a quick escape into nature with manageable grades suitable for most fitness levels. The canyon setting typically features interesting geological formations and riparian vegetation characteristic of the region.
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