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California
8.1 mi
Distance
352 ft
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Cold Water Canyon
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Cold Water Canyon offers a moderately paced 8-mile round-trip hike through a scenic canyon environment with gentle elevation gain. This trail provides a refreshing escape featuring cool canyon waters and shaded passages typical of Southern California's riparian corridors. The relatively low elevation gain makes it accessible for hikers seeking a half-day adventure with natural water features.
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