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California
4.2 mi
Distance
1,670 ft
Gain
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What we do know
Inside Shasta-Trinity National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Scheill Gulch
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Scheill Gulch is a moderate 4.21-mile hike featuring substantial elevation gain through a scenic gulch drainage in California. The trail climbs 1,670 feet through varied terrain, offering hikers a rewarding workout with notable vertical relief. This route showcases the rugged character of California's gulch systems with opportunities to experience riparian and chaparral ecosystems.
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