3.8 mi
Distance
2,136 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 21m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Difficult
Difficulty
About This Trail
Little Elk Mountain is a point-to-point trail in Caribou National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Bonneville County, Idaho. It is 3.8 miles long and gains 2,136 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Irwin, Idaho, about 13 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 | 2,035 ft |
| End | 3.9 mi | 2,625 ft |
Trail Details
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:
- Irwin, ID · about 13 mi away
- County:
- Bonneville County, ID
- Jurisdiction:
- Caribou National Forest · United States Forest Service
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Stay nearby
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