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Washington

Independence Ridge Trail

1.3 mi

Distance

2,364 ft

Gain

59 min

Time

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  • Inside Gifford Pinchot National Forest

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Elevation & route

Distance
1.3 mi
Elevation gain
2,364 ft
Elevation loss
2,364 ft
Highest point
4,722 ft
Lowest point
4,275 ft
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About this trail

Independence Ridge Trail is a 2.54-mile out-and-back hike in Washington with 2,364 feet of elevation gain and a maximum elevation of 4,722 feet. The trail ascends to a ridge with views of the surrounding landscape.

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