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California
2.4 mi
Distance
529 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Stanislaus National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Mctc: 7N11 to 17E27
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This short connector trail links two mountain passes in the California backcountry, offering a relatively quick alpine traverse with steady elevation gain. The route traverses moderate terrain typical of high Sierra passes, providing access between established trail systems. Best suited for hikers looking to connect longer routes or explore the high country network.
Bear Trap Basin
~2 min drive
Easy 1.54-mile walk with minimal elevation gain in Bear Trap Basin.
Grouse Valley
~4 min drive
Easy 4.92-mile valley loop with minimal elevation gain.
Lp01g Snow Trail
~8 min drive
Easy 1-mile winter snowshoe trail with minimal elevation gain.
Mctc: 7N64y to 17Ev17
~2 min drive
Steep 2.3-mile climb with 725 ft elevation gain.
Mctc: 7N56y to 7N64y
~4 min drive
Moderate 5-mile mountain hike with 1,216 ft elevation gain.
Tanglefoot
~8 min drive
Moderate 7.6-mile trail with 1,647 ft gain in California backcountry.
Mctc: 7N14c to 7N51
~7 min drive
Short, steep MCTC connector with steady elevation gain in Modoc County.
Mctc: Bear Valley to 7N20
~7 min drive
Steady woodland climb from Bear Valley to 7N20 junction with moderate elevation gain.
Lake Valley
~9 min drive
11.45-mile moderate valley loop with gentle elevation gain and scenic meadow views.
Cow Camp
~7 min drive
Easy 2.6-mile trail with modest elevation gain near Cow Camp.