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Elk River (south fork)


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Trail Review(s)
Rider - Eric
This was a short out and back ride.  You could also make a loop of it by riding roads.  You should not see too many people back here.  A few trails in the area go into the Zirkel Wilderness area where bikes are NOT allowed.  Please respect those trails. You will find yourself crossing the river and following a smaller creek for awhile.  This is a nice scenic ride.
Would you ride again?
Yes
Any suggestions?
Make sure you don't go too early in the spring.  The South Fork of the Elk River runs strong through here.
                                                       

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Trail Statistics
My Rating
06 of 10
Ride Type
Out & Back
Trail Type
ST & DT
Road Type
-
Miles
5.9 (one way)
Average Grade
5
Vertical Gain
1167
Vertical Loss
482
Max. Elevation
8448
Min. Elevation
7691


Trail Fees
Parking / Use
Free, Plenty
Camping
Free, Plenty


Trail Location
Regional City
Steamboat Springs, CO
Closest City
Clark, CO
Start (Lat./Lon.)
N40° 45.061'
W106° 49.590'
End (Lat./Lon.)
N40° 45.874'
W106° 45.571'

Trails Ridden
Elk River (south fork)
Nearby Trails
Hinman Loop



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500-Steamboat,CO-Seedhouse-SFElkRiver.gpx
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Eric Meyer,
Mar 7, 2010, 8:32 PM
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SteamboatSprings,CO-SouthForkElkRiver.pdf
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Eric Meyer,
Mar 7, 2010, 8:32 PM
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