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California
12.2 mi
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Dutch Oven
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Dutch Oven Trail is a moderately challenging 12.22-mile loop that traverses diverse terrain in the California backcountry. This trail offers a rewarding full-day adventure with scenic vistas and varied landscape features typical of the region's natural character.
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