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Gavan Hill Trail
Harbor-Gavan Shelter

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Harbor-Gavan Trail Shelter

Summary:
A small wooden shelter was built in the early 1990s for use by people hiking the trail. It is available for overnight camping on a first come, first served basis. Even if camping is not the intention, it provides a nice destination for a day hike with views of the surrounding mountains and an opportunity to read the Forest Service cabin log to see who else has been by.
Distance and Time: 7.5 miles; 4-8 hours (round trip)
Difficulty: Moderate
Elevation Change: Significant
Route Finding: Easy
Trail Condition: Moderately Good
Seasonal Notes
Spring
  • The shelter is often buried in snow through late spring.
Summer
  • Wildflowers are abundant
Fall
  • Late fall often brings snow to the higher elevations
Winter
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Harbor Mountain Trail