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Washington
Observation
11.2 mi
Distance
6,246 ft
Gain
4h 20m
Time
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Inside Gifford Pinchot National Forest
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Out & back
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 11.2 mi
- Elevation gain
- 6,246 ft
- Elevation loss
- 6,246 ft
- Highest point
- 3,816 ft
- Lowest point
- 1,296 ft
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- Forest Service
About this trail
The Observation Trail is an 11.20-mile out-and-back route in Washington that offers moderate hiking through the Trapper Creek Wilderness system. This trail provides an accessible yet rewarding adventure for hikers seeking to explore the wilderness area at a steady pace.
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