Near Photographers Point
Photographers Point Titcomb Basin trail
Near Photographers Point
View north from Photographers Point.
Near Photographers Point
Fremont Peak, 13,745 feet., is the massive mountain, center right, as seen looking north from Photographers Point along Pole Creek Trail.
Near Photographers Point
Campground at the trailhead.
Near Photographers Point
First mile.

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Photographers Point

5.0 (1 Rating)
Technically easy, but moderately long day hike to a grand view of the northern Winds.
9.3
mi
Distance
1,034
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Family FriendlyGeologically SignificantViews
Access Issues
As per USFS rules, dogs have to be leashed or under control (i.e. training collar or equivalent) at all times.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
9.33mi
Distance
1,034ft
Elevation Gain
1,034ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
10,352ft
High Point
9,341ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
Start at Elkhart Park trailhead and follow Pole Creek Trail. The trail slowly ascends the sub-alpine forest for 4.5 miles. Due to this area's popularity, you'll most likely share the trail with other hikers, backpackers, and horseback riders. Eventually you'll see a sign for Photographer's Point and follow a spur trail for a short distance. Once at the overlook, the view suddeny opens to reveal a large region of the northern range.

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