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California

Soldiers

1.2 mi

Distance

288 ft

Gain

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What we do know

Inside Sequoia National Park
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Quick trip — under 2 mi

Out & back

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Elevation & route

Distance: 1.2 mi
Elevation gain: 288 ft
Highest point: 6,778 ft
Lowest point: 6,455 ft

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Managing agency: National Park Service

About this trail

Soldiers is a 1.19-mile out-and-back trail in California with 288 feet of elevation gain. The trail reaches a maximum elevation of 6,778 feet and is managed by the National Park Service.

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