Elkhorn-West Fork
5.9 mi
Distance
1,175 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 32m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Elkhorn-West Fork is a point-to-point trail in Ashley National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Duchesne County, Utah. It is 5.9 miles long and gains 1,175 feet. The surface is dirt. Per Utah Geospatial Resource Center, it is open to horses. The nearest town is Whiterocks, Utah, about 17 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 | 3,033 ft |
| High point | 4.8 mi | 3,078 ft |
| End | 5.9 mi | 3,020 ft |
Trail Details
Horse access: Utah Geospatial Resource Center, 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
Source of truth
- Ashley National Forest — official page
Park unit page with alerts and visitor information.
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Whiterocks, UT · about 17 mi away
- County:
- Duchesne County, UT
- Jurisdiction:
- Ashley National Forest · United States Forest Service
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
Verify by phone or mail
- Operator:435-789-1181
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