Near Mill Creek Trail
There was a ridiculous amount of flowers.
Near Mill Creek Trail
This downed tree (as of July 2013) makes it VERY easy to miss this turn for Two Elk Connector

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Hike Trail

Mill Creek Trail

4.0 (1 Rating)
8.5
mi
Distance
2,509
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Access Issues
This trail is subject to a USFS seasonal closure from 5/6 - 6/30 to protect deer and elk during calving season.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
8.46mi
Distance
2,509ft
Elevation Gain
864ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
11,820ft
High Point
9,320ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point

Route Conditions

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Contributors
Sam Chipkin