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Fern Canyon via James Irvine Trail

based on 35 tracks & routes #4 hike out of 15 in
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9.9 mi
Distance
5 hrs 10 min
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terrain
643 ft
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Overview

This is a difficult out and back trail to Fern Canyon in Murrelet State Wilderness.

This trail goes by Elk Viewing and Prairie Creek Visitor Center.

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Thijs 8 years, 5 months ago
James Irvine Trail 6/1/16 9:47:58 AM
Backpacking out, first part on the beach and fern canyon (wow!)
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