14.2 mi
Distance
4,390 ft
Elev. Gain
6h 13m
Est. Time
Loop
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Swaney Loop is a loop trail in Death Valley National Park, managed by the National Park Service, in Inyo County, California. It is 14 miles long and gains 4,390 feet.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 565 ft |
| High point | 8.4 mi | 1,352 ft |
| End | 14.2 mi | 565 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Loop
Official sources & verification
Managed by National Park Service
Source of truth
- National Park Service unit page
Alerts, conditions, and the unit's plan-your-visit page.
Where it is
- County:
- Inyo County, CA
- Jurisdiction:
- Death Valley National Park · National Park Service
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
Verify by phone or mail
- Operator:760-786-3200
- Address:PO Box 579 · Death Valley, CA · 92328
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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.
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Stay nearby
Campgrounds near this trail
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Emigrant Campground
10.2 mi awayDeath Valley National Park
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