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5.6 miles
Distance
581 ft
Climb
-581 ft
Descent
00:30:13
Avg time
1 ft
Altitude change
6,259 ft
Altitude min
6,735 ft
Altitude max
6,590 ft
Altitude start
6,591 ft
Altitude end
-26.6%
Grade max
16.9%
Grade min
3 miles
Distance climb
2 miles
Distance down
1,572 ft
Distance flat
00:30:13
Avg time
Elk Meadows Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
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- Adaptive Bike
- Winter Fat Bike
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- Trail Running
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Riding AreaGibson Jack
Pocatello, Idaho -
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Local Popularity40 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 5 in Trail Running
- 5 in Hiking
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Trail TypeDoubletrack
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Bike TypeAM, XC, Fat, Gravel, Adaptive MTB
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DirectionBoth Directions[+]
- Both Directions for Gravel Biking
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Climb DifficultyBlue
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Physical RatingModerate
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Trail VisibilityAlways easy to follow
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
Nice, easy doubletrack loop, relatively flat, with a couple of short, steep, rocky sections on the west side of the loop. It's generally wide open meadow space with some nice views.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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6 Months
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- 37 miles avg distance
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- 16 rides
- Last: May 24, 2026
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Directions to elk-meadows trailhead
(42.745890, -112.471020)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Elk Meadows
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Where is Elk Meadows located?
Elk Meadows is located in Gibson Jack, Pocatello, Idaho, United States. It is part of the Gibson Jack trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 42.74589, -112.47102.
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What is the elevation gain for Elk Meadows?
Elk Meadows has 581 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 581 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 6,259 ft to 6,735 ft.
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Is Elk Meadows a point to point trail?
Elk Meadows is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is doubletrack.
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How long is Elk Meadows?
Elk Meadows is 5.6 miles long. The trail type is doubletrack.
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