Elk Creek Trail
5.7 mi
Distance
2,142 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 42m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Difficult
Difficulty
About This Trail
Elk Creek Trail is a point-to-point trail in Archuleta County, Colorado. It is 5.7 miles long and gains 2,142 feet. The surface is dirt. Per Colorado Parks and Wildlife (COTREX), it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Piedra, Colorado, 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 | 2,231 ft |
| End | 5.7 mi | 2,889 ft |
Trail Details
Bike and horse access: Colorado Parks and Wildlife (COTREX), 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:
- Piedra, CO · about 13 mi away
- County:
- Archuleta County, CO
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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