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California
5.8 mi
Distance
1,712 ft
Gain
An agency closure order is in effect for this area; weather is good
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Newest 20 h ago · oldest 28 d
problem: Agency alerts
12 active alerts in Tahoe National Forest; most severe: Bubonic Plague
USFS28 d ago
clear: Weather
Clouds, high 66°F / low 48°F, 0% precip — 98/100 for hike
OpenWeather20 h ago
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Shanks Cove
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Shanks Cove offers a moderate coastal hike featuring nearly 6 miles of scenic terrain with substantial elevation gain through California's rugged shoreline landscape. This trail combines coastal views with inland elevation changes, providing hikers with diverse scenery and a good cardiovascular challenge. The combination of distance and elevation makes this an ideal mid-level adventure for those seeking a more demanding day hike.
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