Elk Park Trail
Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest, Routt County, CO
Out-and-back trail in Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest, Routt County, CO. Hiking.
- Distance
- 5 mi (8.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,388 ft (423 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 20 min
- High point
- 8,960 ft (2,731 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Elk Park Trail
How long is Elk Park Trail?
Elk Park Trail is 5 mi (8.1 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 20 min. It climbs 1,388 ft (423 m) in total, up to a high point of 8,960 ft (2,731 m).
How hard is Elk Park Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Elk Park Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (70% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Elk Park Trail?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Elk Park Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Elk Park 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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More hikes in Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest
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