Elk Mountain trails
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Black Elk Peak Loop via Little Devil's Tower Trail and Black Elk Peak Trail in Black Hills National Forest
United States > South Dakota > Custer County > Sylvan Lake Resort
The Black Elk Peak Loop provides an unforgettable hiking experience through the stunning Black Hills. As you ascend, you’ll enjoy diverse landscapes, including expansive forests, towering rock formations, and sweeping views from the summit of Black Elk Peak, the highest point in South Dakota, where visitors…
Distance: 7.4 mi • Elevation gain: 441 m • Maximum elevation: 2,185 m
Castle Peak via Montezuma Basin Road and Castle Peak Trail in Maroon Bells–Snowmass Wilderness Area
United States > Colorado > Pitkin County
The Castle Peak hike via Montezuma Basin Road offers a beautiful yet challenging journey through the heart of Colorado's Elk Mountains. Starting from the rugged Montezuma Basin Road, hikers are treated to panoramic views of alpine meadows, towering peaks, and remnants of mining history. Along the route,…
Distance: 3.0 mi • Elevation gain: 919 m • Maximum elevation: 4,331 m
Kuwohi Trail to Observation Tower in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park
United States > North Carolina > Swain County
The hike to the Kuwohi Observation Tower offers stunning panoramic views from the highest point in the park, previously known as Clingmans Dome. As you ascend the paved, yet steep, trail, you'll be rewarded with vistas of expansive mountain ranges, including Sugarland Mountain and the Elkmont area. On clear…
Distance: 1.3 mi • Elevation gain: 106 m • Maximum elevation: 2,021 m
Elk Mountain Trail in Charons Garden Wilderness Area
United States > Oklahoma > Comanche County
The Elk Mountain Trail offers a rewarding hiking experience with its gradual ascent leading to stunning panoramic views of the Wichita Mountains, Mount Lincoln and surrounding landscapes. Along the route, hikers can encounter unique geological features, including granite slabs and boulder formations, as well…
Distance: 2.3 mi • Elevation gain: 178 m • Maximum elevation: 678 m
Bench Lakes Trail via Redfish Creek-Baron Creek Trail in Sawtooth Wilderness
United States > Idaho > Custer County
The Bench Lakes Trail offers a captivating hiking experience marked by stunning mountain vistas and crystal-clear alpine lakes. As you ascend, you’ll traverse lush forests and open meadows, all while keeping an eye out for local wildlife, such as deer and elk, and on the Redfish Lake below. A few challenging…
Distance: 8.4 mi • Elevation gain: 395 m • Maximum elevation: 2,369 m
Black Elk Peak Loop via Little Devil's Tower in Black Hills National Forest
United States > South Dakota > Custer County > Sylvan Lake Resort
This loop trail to Black Elk Peak and Little Devil's Tower is an absolute gem for hikers exploring South Dakota's Black Hills. This well-maintained loop starts at Sylvan Lake and offers breathtaking panoramas, rugged rock formations, and a chance to experience two iconic summits in one trek. While challenging,…
Distance: 8.0 mi • Elevation gain: 570 m • Maximum elevation: 2,185 m
Black Elk Peak Trail in Black Hills National Forest
United States > South Dakota > Custer County > Sylvan Lake Resort
The Black Elk Peak Trail offers a fantastic hiking experience that combines natural beauty and cultural significance. Starting from Sylvan Lake, the trail winds through dense pine forests, rugged granite formations, and features the famous Cathedral Spires. The climb is moderately challenging, with rewarding…
Distance: 6.8 mi • Elevation gain: 458 m • Maximum elevation: 2,185 m
Elk Mountain - Mount Thurston
Canada > British Columbia > Fraser Valley Regional District > Chilliwack
Distance: 8.9 mi • Elevation gain: 1,063 m • Maximum elevation: 1,579 m
