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2.8 miles
Distance
1,165 ft
Climb
00:41:14
Avg time
1,165 ft
Altitude change
7,514 ft
Altitude min
8,679 ft
Altitude max
7,514 ft
Altitude start
8,678 ft
Altitude end
7.7%
Grade
-0.7%
Grade max
44.9%
Grade min
3 miles
Distance climb
161 ft
Distance down
226 ft
Distance flat
00:41:14
Avg time
Elkhorn Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
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- Trail Running
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Riding AreaBeaver Creek & Arrowhead
Avon, Colorado -
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Local Popularity90 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 90 in E-Biking
- 80 in Trail Running
- 65 in Hiking
- 5 in Horseback
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeAM, XC
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Climb DifficultyBlue
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
Primarily a climbing route to access Beaver Creek and many loop options. Fast and fun downhill as well but suggest using to access Paulie's Plunge, A-10, etc.
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This trail is subject to a USFS seasonal closure from 5/6 - 6/30 to protect deer and elk during calving season
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(39.633240, -106.532770)
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★ 1.0 • 11 miles • 2,277 ft • 5 • Point to Point •
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Frequently Asked Questions About Elkhorn
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Where is Elkhorn located?
Elkhorn is located in Beaver Creek & Arrowhead, Avon, Colorado, United States. It is part of the Beaver Creek & Arrowhead trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 39.63324, -106.53277.
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How hard is Elkhorn?
Elkhorn is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 7.7%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
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What is the elevation gain for Elkhorn?
Elkhorn has 1,165 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 7,514 ft to 8,679 ft.
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Is Elkhorn a point to point trail?
Elkhorn is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
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