Elkhorn Crest Trail: Point-to-Point
Epic high-alpine traverse of the Elkhorn Mountains
Hiking Difficult
- Distance
- 37 km
- Ascent
- 950 m
- Descent
- 1.1 km
- Duration
- 1 day +
- Low Point
- 2.2 km
- High Point
- 2.6 km
- Gradient
- 6˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's an unknown remoteness, it features unknown exposure and is typically done in an unknown time of year. From a low point of 2.2 km to the maximum altitude of 2.6 km, the route covers 37 km, 950 vertical metres of ascent and 1062 vertical metres of descent.
Description
This is an epic high-alpine singletrack traverse of the entire Elkhorn Mountain Range, running point-to-point from FS Road 6510 to Anthony Lakes
Difficulty
Difficult
Hiking trails where obstacles such as rocks or roots are prevalent. Some obstacles can require care to step over or around. At times, the trail can be worn and eroded. The grade of the trail is generally quite steep, and can often lead to strenuous hiking.