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Washington
Indian Heaven
5.8 mi
Distance
1,716 ft
Gain
2h 41m
Time
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Inside Gifford Pinchot National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Indian Heaven Wilderness wilderness
Out & back
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 5.8 mi
- Elevation gain
- 1,716 ft
- Elevation loss
- 1,716 ft
- Highest point
- 5,131 ft
- Lowest point
- 4,083 ft
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- Managing agency
- Forest Service
- Wilderness area
- Indian Heaven Wilderness
About this trail
Indian Heaven is a 5.80-mile out-and-back trail in Washington that offers access to the renowned Pacific Crest Trail system. This route provides hikers with an opportunity to explore a section of one of North America's most iconic long-distance trails. Whether you're a thru-hiker or day-tripper, this trail serves as a gateway to the broader PCT network.
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