Little Elk Basin
3.3 mi
Distance
568 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 23m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Little Elk Basin is a point-to-point trail in Gunnison National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Gunnison County, Colorado. It is 3.3 miles long and gains 568 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Crawford, Colorado, about 8 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 | 2,991 ft |
| End | 3.3 mi | 2,552 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed Jul 1–Sep 30
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:
- Crawford, CO · about 8 mi away
- County:
- Gunnison County, CO
- Jurisdiction:
- Gunnison National Forest · United States Forest Service
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