Elk Basin
2.8 mi
Distance
584 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 14m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Elk Basin is a point-to-point trail in Lincoln County, Montana. It is 2.8 miles long and gains 584 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses. The nearest town is Trego, Montana, about 13 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 | 1,479 ft |
| End | 2.9 mi | 1,647 ft |
Trail Details
Horse access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Trego, MT · about 13 mi away
- County:
- Lincoln County, MT
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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