South Fork Merced
14.2 mi
Distance
3,967 ft
Elev. Gain
6h 42m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
South Fork Merced is a point-to-point trail in Mariposa County, California. It is 14 miles long and gains 3,967 feet. The surface is dirt. The nearest town is El Portal, California, about 4 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 602 ft |
| End | 14.1 mi | 1,439 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- El Portal, CA · about 4 mi away
- County:
- Mariposa County, CA
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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Campgrounds near this trail
Dry Gulch
3.4 mi awaySierra National Forest
El Portal, CA
Check official pricing5 sitesReservable Tent Well reviewed No Service
Sierra National Forest Dry Gulch Campground
3.5 mi awayMariposa, CA
National Forest
Dirt Flat
3.9 mi awaySierra National Forest
El Portal, CA
Check official pricing7 sitesReservable Tent Well reviewed No Service
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