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Benwood Meadow via Pacific Crest Trail

based on 4 tracks & routes #249 hike out of 279 in
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13.4 mi
Distance
7 hrs 10 min
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terrain
1,739 ft
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Overview

This is a moderate one way trail in Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit.

This trail goes by Benwood Meadow, Echo Lake 97-052 Dam, and Echo Pass viewpoint.

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