3 Ponds Trail and Thompson Canyon Trail Loop
8.8 mi
Distance
4 hrs 54 min
Time
terrain
686 ft
Elev Gain
Overview
This is a difficult loop trail in California.
Rate this Hike
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Walked this loop as an overnight trip, counter clockwise from Cowboy Camp. Left late in the day and found a nice camp spot on the Thompson Canyon trail just before you reach the Brophy Canyon Trail. Could also camp at the Road Kill Cafe abandoned shack at the intersection of those trails. Saw only one other person; a turkey hunter. Trails are not well marked but are in good shape. Water crossings were not an issue because there hasn't been much rain yet. I imagine they would be difficult at a later time. Plenty of parking at Cowboy camp and I look forward to checking out some of the other areas.
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