Elk Lake Trail #176

Located in the mid-section of Indian Heaven Wilderness, this short trail takes off from the Pacific Crest Trail near Bear Lake and drops down to Elk Lake (4,685' elevation). This trail offers fishing opportunities in Elk Lake and Bear Lake.

A compact 928 m route ideal for a relaxed morning out. At an easy pace, plan for about 12 minutes.

This is a point-to-point route, running from one location to another. Plan ahead for return transport, or consider reversing the route on your way back. The trail is officially waymarked as 176, so look out for the trail markers along the way.

This is a Local Walking Network (LWN) trail — a community-level route perfect for exploring the immediate surroundings, popular with locals and visitors alike.