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California

South Boundary

1.0 mi

Distance

362 ft

Gain

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What we do know

  • Inside Sequoia National Forest

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  • No access route mapped

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Quick trip — under 2 mi
Out & back

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South Boundary

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Elevation & route

Distance
1.0 mi
Elevation gain
362 ft
Highest point
6,500 ft
Lowest point
6,128 ft
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Managing agency
Forest Service

About this trail

South Boundary is a 1.02-mile out-and-back trail in California with 362 feet of elevation gain. The trail reaches a maximum elevation of 6,500 feet and is managed by the Forest Service.

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