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California
Box Spring
10.3 mi
Distance
711 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Stanislaus National Forest
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Box Spring
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 10.3 mi
- Elevation gain
- 711 ft
- Highest point
- 7,651 ft
- Lowest point
- 7,002 ft
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Directions & GPX
Permits & access
- Managing agency
- Forest Service
- Bikes
- yes
About this trail
Box Spring Trail is a moderate 10.33-mile loop offering a rewarding day hike through the inland valleys of Southern California. With nearly 1,000 feet of elevation gain spread across rolling terrain, this trail provides good cardiovascular challenge while remaining accessible to experienced hikers. The route showcases typical chaparral and oak woodland ecosystems of the region with expansive views of the surrounding landscape.
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