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Pyles Peak

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6.2 mi
Distance
2 hrs 57 min
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terrain
878 ft
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Overview

This is a moderate out and back trail to Pyles Peak in Mission Trails Regional Park.

This trail goes by Cowles Mountain and Dog Spring.

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    6 years, 5 months ago
    Cowles is one of my top hikes! Today we started at the staging area & peaked at Cowles then continued on to Pyles. This route is apart of the 5 peak challenge of SD.
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  1. Pyles Peak
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  1. Cowles Mountain via Cowles Mtn. Golfcrest Trail
    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ EASY 1.5 mi
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    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ MODERATE 5.5 mi
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