Elkhorn Crest Trail: Marble Creek THD to Summit Lake Trail

Epic point-to-point ride in the Elkhorns

Mountain Biking Severe

Distance
41 km
Ascent
1.3 km
Descent
1.3 km
Duration
3-4 hrs
Low Point
1.6 km
High Point
2.6 km
Gradient
11˚
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Elkhorn Crest Trail: Marble Creek THD to Summit Lake Trail Map

This epic point-to-point ride on the Elkhorn Crest Trail begins from the parking lot on the Marble Creek Road. If you have a 4x4 vehicle, you may be able to drive higher up the road--otherwise, park at this trailhead.

Description

After climbing the road, take a right on the Elkhorn Crest Trail and traverse across this epic mountain range!

This route drops down the technical Summit Lake Trail back toward the valley below..

Difficulty

Severe

Widely variable, narrow trail tread with steeper grades and unavoidable obstacles of 15in/38cm tall or less. Obstacles may include unavoidable bridges 24in/61cm wide or less, large rocks, gravel, difficult root sections, and more. Ideal for advanced-level riders.

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