Elk Creek - Co.trail
5.4 mi
Distance
2,543 ft
Elev. Gain
3h 5m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Elk Creek - Co.trail is a point-to-point trail in San Juan County, Colorado. It is 5.4 miles long and gains 2,543 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Silverton, Colorado, about 7 miles away in a straight line.
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 3,087 ft |
| High point | 4.9 mi | 3,864 ft |
| End | 5.5 mi | 3,795 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed Jun 1–Sep 30
Bike and 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:
- Silverton, CO · about 7 mi away
- County:
- San Juan County, CO
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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