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.
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46.02, -121.79 · rel 15554214
46.02, -121.79 · rel 15554214
Elk Lake Trail #176
0,9 km from start to finish .
Washington · 46.02°N ·
121.79°W
0,9km
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light
Climb · estimate
easy
Difficulty · estimate
linear
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01 · Character of the route
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02 · The story
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03 · Landmarks
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04 · Intersecting routes
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05 · From the trail
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07 · Before you go
Answers to common questions
Elk Lake Trail #176 is 928 m long.
At an average walking pace, Elk Lake Trail #176 takes approximately 14 min to complete.
No, Elk Lake Trail #176 is a linear (point-to-point) trail. Plan ahead for return transport.
Elk Lake Trail #176 starts near coordinates 46.0212, -121.798.
Elk Lake Trail #176 is an easy hike, suitable for walkers of all fitness levels.
Elk Lake Trail #176 is maintained and managed by US Forest Service.