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Clearwater National Forest/Idaho

Elk Mtn Lookout

North Fork Ranger District (NPCNF), Idaho

0.4 mi

Distance

164 ft

Elev. Gain

12m

Est. Time

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Elk Mtn Lookout trail is a short 0.4-mile hike located within the North Fork Ranger District of Idaho's national forests. With an elevation gain of 131 feet, this trail leads hikers through a forest setting to a lookout point, providing an opportunity to enjoy views typical of the Northern Rocky Mountains region. Given the moderate elevation and easy terrain, the trail is suitable for most hikers seeking a brief outdoor excursion.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gain

Elevation Profile

Min:1,564 ft
Max:1,616 ft
52 ft
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1,564 ft1,581 ft1,599 ft1,616 ft0.0 mi0.1 mi0.2 mi0.3 mi0.4 mi

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Highlights

forest setting

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Hunt context

This trail crosses hunting units

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