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Saratoga Gap and Ridge Trails Loop

Castle Rock State Park #Hiking #Loop #Forest #Rock #Waterfall

  • Distance: 4.9 mi
  • Elevation gain: 1,306 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 3,054 ft
  • Elevation loss: 1,309 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 2,290 ft
  • Moving time: 2 h 37 m
  • Moving speed: 1.9 mph
  • Maximum speed: 7.0 mph
  • Total time: 2 h 58 m
  • Global speed: 1.7 mph

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Name: Saratoga Gap and Ridge Trails Loop trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Saratoga Gap Trail, Santa Cruz County, California, United States (37.23069 -122.09602)

End: Saratoga Gap Trail, Santa Cruz County, California, United States (37.23072 -122.09591)

Coordinates: 37.22616 -122.12274 37.23481 -122.09588

Topography: Santa Cruz County topographic map, elevation, terrain

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Gear up for your next adventure:

🌧️Backpack Rain Cover - Keep gear dry in wet weather
🛌Ultralight Sleeping Bags - Compact down bags for cold nights in the wilderness
🚪Portable Camp Chair - Foldable chair for comfort at camp
🦟Ultrasonic Repellers - Create a bug-free zone at your camp or rest stop
🛠️Backpacking Tool Kit - Essential toolkit for outdoor repairs

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