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This hiking and backpacking trail has a total elevation difference of 4,338 feet which is higher than average. With its 27 miles of walking distance; it's a long hiking and backpacking trail. Of course, this is an overnight backcountry trek, 4 days normally, so make sure you've got all your overnight gear packed. At parts of the year this vicinity sees very little rain, so don’t forget to check for any current fire restrictions before you go. This is a long wilderness trail, so make sure you bring plenty of supplies. This hiking and backpacking trail has two trailheads which means you have the option of hiking it one way if you have someone to pick you up at the other end. Cottonwood Creek Trail goes through some very different elevations, so keep in mind that you may need to dress differently at different elevations.
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Trailhead 1 to Trailhead 2: Total hiking length = 13.5 miles Total climbing distance = .4 miles Difficulty : Difficult Casual Hiking Pace:
8.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
4.5 hours
Trailhead 2 to Trailhead 1: Total hiking length = 13.5 miles Total climbing distance = 11.5 miles Difficulty : Difficult Casual Hiking Pace:
2.5 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
9 hours
| | Trailhead 1 back to Trailhead 1: Total hiking length = 27 miles Total climbing distance = 11.9 miles Difficulty : Difficult Casual Hiking Pace:
4 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
2.5 days
Trailhead 2 back to Trailhead 2: Total hiking length = 27 miles Total climbing distance = 11.9 miles Difficulty : Difficult Casual Hiking Pace:
4 days
Fast Hiking Pace:
2.5 days
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Total elevation difference: 4338 feet
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