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California
Old Army Pass
0.3 mi
Distance
113 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Sequoia National Park
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Why you'll love it
Quick trip — under 2 mi
Out & back
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Old Army Pass
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 0.3 mi
- Elevation gain
- 113 ft
- Highest point
- 11,987 ft
- Lowest point
- 11,858 ft
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- National Park Service
About this trail
Old Army Pass is a challenging out-and-back route in California covering just 0.31 miles. Despite its brief distance, this difficult trail serves as a connector within a larger system that includes Cottonwood Pass and the Sierra Crest, making it an intense alpine experience for experienced hikers.
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