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California
4.5 mi
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Inside Inyo Mountains Wilderness
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Why you'll love it
Pat Keyes Spring
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Pat Keyes Spring is a scenic 4.51-mile trail offering a moderate desert or foothill experience with reliable water access at the spring destination. This out-and-back route provides a rewarding day hike with opportunities to observe native vegetation and wildlife in a relatively undeveloped area of California.

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