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Painted Canyon Trail and Ladder Canyon Trail Loop in Mecca Hills Wilderness trails

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Painted Canyon Trail and Ladder Canyon Trail Loop in Mecca Hills Wilderness

United States > California > Riverside County

The Painted Canyon and Ladder Canyon Trail Loop offers a dynamic mix of adventure and scenery, from colorful rock walls to narrow slot canyons. The trail's iconic ladders allow hikers to navigate through steep sections, adding a touch of excitement as they climb through twisting pathways. At higher points,…

Distance: 4.7 mi • Elevation gain: 1,060 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,339 ft