Pinto Lake to Cataract Pass
A mainly forested route with plenty of river crossings & deadfall to negotiate before wild camping at Cataract Pass.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 17 km
- Ascent
- 609 m
- Descent
- 128 m
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