Sheep - Elk Loop
10.5 mi
Distance
2,890 ft
Elev. Gain
4h 56m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Sheep - Elk Loop is a point-to-point trail in Flathead County, Montana. It is 11 miles long and gains 2,890 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Essex, Montana, about 3 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 | 1,268 ft |
| High point | 7.2 mi | 2,114 ft |
| End | 10.6 mi | 1,341 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed Jun 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
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Essex, MT · about 3 mi away
- County:
- Flathead County, MT
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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Stay nearby
Campgrounds near this trail
Bear Creek River Access Boating Site
1 mi awayFlathead National Forest
Essex, MT
Dispersed
Devil Creek Campground
5.2 mi awayEssex, MT
Check official pricing13 sitesReservable TentRV Well reviewed No Service
Zips Place Cabin
7.6 mi awayEssex, MT
Check official pricing1 sitesReservable Cabin Well reviewed No Service
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