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Johnston Ridge - 20W12

Johnson Ridge Trail (20W12) WILDERNESS Length: 9.5 miles Difficulty: northern section moderate, southern section difficult The trailhead is near Mutau Flat, located on the Mt. Pinos Ranger District. After a rolling three miles, the trail drops steeply into Hot Springs Canyon. There is no water and little shade along the first seven miles of the trail. After 8.5 mile from the trailhead, a side trail leads into Hot Springs Creek. At .6 miles further, there is another camp and .4 mile further is…

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service

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