Elk Pass
4.4 mi
Distance
1,611 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 17m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Difficult
Difficulty
About This Trail
Elk Pass is a point-to-point trail in Lewis & Clark National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Lewis and Clark County, Montana. It is 4.4 miles long and gains 1,611 feet. The surface is dirt. Per Wilderness Act (designated Wilderness boundary) and USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Augusta, Montana, about 15 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 | 1,632 ft |
| High point | 4.0 mi | 2,095 ft |
| End | 4.4 mi | 2,066 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed May 1–Nov 30
Bike and horse access: Wilderness Act (designated Wilderness boundary), 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
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Augusta, MT · about 15 mi away
- County:
- Lewis and Clark County, MT
- Jurisdiction:
- Lewis & Clark National Forest · United States Forest Service
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