Length: 4.82 mi
Est. time: 2h 18m
Gain: 269 ft
Loss: 2,308 ft
Max elev: 2,420 ft
Elevation profile
+269 ft gain · −2,308 ft loss — an estimate from a DEM.
Trailhead parking (Place)
Thomas H. Kuchel Visitor Center (VisitorCenter)
Connects to:
Emerald Ridge TrailPlan smart, verify on site
Length, elevation, and difficulty are estimates derived from open data (NPS Public Trails GIS, medium confidence) — not a safety guarantee. Conditions change; check current closures, weather, and water, and carry the essentials. Always defer to NPS.gov and park rangers.