Little Elk
1.4 mi
Distance
659 ft
Elev. Gain
49m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Little Elk is a point-to-point trail in Uncompahgre National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Gunnison County, Colorado. It is 1.4 miles long and gains 659 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Lake City, Colorado, about 9 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 | 2,850 ft |
| High point | 0.9 mi | 3,054 ft |
| End | 1.4 mi | 2,938 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed Jul 1–Sep 15
Bike and horse access: 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:
- Lake City, CO · about 9 mi away
- County:
- Gunnison County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Uncompahgre National Forest · United States Forest Service
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