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Soldier Pass Trail
See the Devil's Kitchen sinkhole and the Seven Sacred Pools on one trail.
- Distance
- About 4–4.5 mi round trip (pools ~0.5 mi in)
- Difficulty
- Moderate (Forest Service)
- Trailhead hours
- 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
- Parking
- Very limited. The free shuttle runs from Posse Grounds
Soldier Pass Trail (No. 66) is rated moderate by the Forest Service and runs about 4–4.5 miles round trip. About a quarter mile in, a short side path leads to Devil's Kitchen, a large sinkhole. About another quarter mile on are the Seven Sacred Pools, a chain of small pools worn into the rock.
You can turn back at the pools for a short family outing, or continue to the arches and the pass for the full hike.
Tips
- The pools are often dry outside rainy periods. Don't swim in them.
- The trailhead lot is closed to private cars while the shuttle runs.
Sources
Facts last checked November 3, 2026. Prices, hours and rules change, so confirm with the official source before you go.
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