Near Elk Mountain
At the top of Elk Mountain - gorgeous views up here
Near Elk Mountain
Elk Mountain 360° lookout
Near Elk Mountain
The clearing on the way up to the top of Elk Mountain.

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Elk Mountain

5.0 (2 Ratings)
A great hike to the summit of Elk Mountain.
4.4
mi
Distance
1,400
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
BirdingLess CrowdedRiver/CreekSpringViewsWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
4.42mi
Distance
1,400ft
Elevation Gain
1,400ft
Elevation Loss
35%
Max Grade
11,417ft
High Point
10,193ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
The trail surface is an ATV/4x4 accessible road. There are minimal fallen tree obstacles on the trail, and several stream crossings along the way. This is a seldom-used trail. Biking is possible for the first leg on the multi-use Corral Peak #112.6. It is strictly hiking only upon turning NE headed toward the mountain summit (35% grade) on the Elk Mountain Trail #111.1. There are breathtaking view of Grand County at the top above the tree line. Bring a windbreaker as there are cold, choppy winds at the mountain's peak, dropping the air temperature by 20deg on a warm summer day.

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