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Wyoming
Thunderer Cutoff Trail
5.0 mi
Distance
3,496 ft
Gain
2h 49m
Time
Conditions: Clear
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Observed 16 h ago
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Clear, high 72°F / low 38°F, 0% precip — 100/100 for hike
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Thunderer Cutoff Trail
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 5.0 mi
- Elevation gain
- 3,496 ft
- Elevation loss
- 3,496 ft
- Highest point
- 8,828 ft
- Lowest point
- 6,840 ft
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Permits & access
- Managing agency
- National Park Service
About this trail
The Thunderer Cutoff Trail is a scenic out-and-back route in Wyoming that offers hikers a chance to experience the region's natural beauty. This nearly 5-mile trail provides a moderate day hike through varied terrain, making it accessible to hikers seeking a half-day adventure. The trail's name suggests proximity to distinctive geological features characteristic of Wyoming's mountain landscape.
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