Elkhorn Trail
Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest, Routt County, CO
Out-and-back trail in Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest, Routt County, CO. Hiking, Horseback riding, & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 5.2 mi (8.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 702 ft (214 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr
- High point
- 8,917 ft (2,718 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Elkhorn Trail
How long is Elkhorn Trail?
Elkhorn Trail is 5.2 mi (8.3 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr. It climbs 702 ft (214 m) in total, up to a high point of 8,917 ft (2,718 m).
How hard is Elkhorn Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Elkhorn Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (95% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Elkhorn Trail?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Elkhorn Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Elkhorn 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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- Royal Flush Road Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest · Easy · 1.3 mi (2.1 km)
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