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California
0.6 mi
Distance
13 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
Woods Lake Xc
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Woods Lake XC is a short and easy cross-country ski trail perfect for beginners and families looking for a quick winter outing. This minimal-elevation trail offers a gentle introduction to backcountry skiing in the Sierra Nevada region, with straightforward terrain ideal for building confidence on skis.
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