Elk Meadow-Park Creek
3.5 mi
Distance
246 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 18m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Elk Meadow-Park Creek is a point-to-point trail in Challis National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Custer County, Idaho. It is 3.5 miles long and gains 246 feet. The trail is paved. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is open to bikes. The nearest town is Stanley, Idaho, about 7 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,017 ft |
| High point | 1.2 mi | 2,081 ft |
| End | 3.5 mi | 2,056 ft |
Trail Details
Bike access: OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Paved
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Stanley, ID · about 7 mi away
- County:
- Custer County, ID
- Jurisdiction:
- Challis National Forest · United States Forest Service
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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Stay nearby
Campgrounds near this trail

Elk Creek Campground (sawtooth Nf)
1.3 mi awayChallis National Forest
Stanley, ID
Check official pricing1 sitesReservable No Service
Stanley Lake Road Dispersed
1.7 mi awayChallis National Forest
Stanley, ID
Pricing varies — check with the operatorDispersed
Sheep Trail Campground
1.9 mi awayChallis National Forest
Stanley, ID
Check official pricing5 sitesReservable Tent No Service

Stanley Lake Campground
2.1 mi awayChallis National Forest
Stanley, ID
Check official pricing40 sitesReservable TentRV Well reviewed No Service
Sawtooth/Stanley Lake Inlet
2.3 mi awaySawtooth National Forest
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