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California
Taboose Pass
2.5 mi
Distance
705 ft
Gain
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Inside Kings Canyon National Park
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Taboose Pass
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 2.5 mi
- Elevation gain
- 705 ft
- Highest point
- 11,392 ft
- Lowest point
- 10,715 ft
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About this trail
Taboose Pass is a challenging 2.46-mile out-and-back trail in California that serves as a connector to two of the Sierra's most iconic long-distance routes: the Pacific Crest Trail and the John Muir Trail. This difficult route rewards ambitious hikers with access to a major mountain pass system. Whether you're thru-hiking or tackling a steep day adventure, this trail offers a direct gateway to some of the region's most celebrated backcountry corridors.
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