Elbow Lake Trail
3.2 mi
Distance
1,404 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 45m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Elbow Lake Trail is a point-to-point trail in Mt. Baker National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Whatcom County, Washington. It is 3.2 miles long and gains 1,404 feet. The surface is dirt. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Glacier, Washington, about 10 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 639 ft |
| High point | 2.8 mi | 1,062 ft |
| End | 3.2 mi | 1,039 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed
Bike and horse access: OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Glacier, WA · about 10 mi away
- County:
- Whatcom County, WA
- Jurisdiction:
- Mt. Baker National Forest · United States Forest Service
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