Elk Horn Trail
Hyalite-Porcupine-Buffalo Horn Wilderness Study Area, Gallatin County, MT
Out-and-back trail in Hyalite-Porcupine-Buffalo Horn Wilderness Study Area, Gallatin County, MT. Hiking & Horseback riding.
- Distance
- 9.6 mi (15.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,424 ft (434 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 50 min
- High point
- 7,425 ft (2,263 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Questions about Elk Horn Trail
How long is Elk Horn Trail?
Elk Horn Trail is 9.6 mi (15.5 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 50 min. It climbs 1,424 ft (434 m) in total, up to a high point of 7,425 ft (2,263 m).
How hard is Elk Horn Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Elk Horn Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Elk Horn Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Elk Horn Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (98% under trees).
What can you do on Elk Horn Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding. Shared with horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Elk Horn Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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