3.6 mi
Distance
82 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 14m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Elk Mountain is a point-to-point trail in Challis National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Custer County, Idaho. It is 3.6 miles long and gains 82 feet. The surface is dirt. The nearest town is Stanley, Idaho, about 7 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,148 ft |
| High point | 0.2 mi | 2,160 ft |
| End | 3.6 mi | 2,065 ft |
Trail Details
- 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:
- Stanley, ID · about 7 mi away
- County:
- Custer County, ID
- Jurisdiction:
- Challis National Forest · United States Forest Service
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Imported route
Nearby Trails
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In this park
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Stay nearby
Campgrounds near this trail
Sawtooth/Stanley Lake Inlet
0.9 mi awaySawtooth National Forest
Stanley, ID
National Forest
Stanley Lake Campground
1.4 mi awayChallis National Forest
Stanley, ID
Check official pricing40 sitesReservable TentRV Well reviewed No Service
Stanley Lake Road Dispersed
1.7 mi awayChallis National Forest
Stanley, ID
Pricing varies — check with the operatorDispersed
Elk Creek Campground (sawtooth Nf)
3.3 mi awayChallis National Forest
Stanley, ID
Check official pricing1 sitesReservable No Service
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