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Recreation Region: Troublesome/Gould Area

Elk Mountain Trailhead

Designated trailhead with access to trails into Troublesome Basin roadless area. This is a non-motorized, multi-use trail. It is a moderate hike with camping spots along the way. There are plenty of opportunities for solitude during the summer months, but during hunting season, this area is heavily used.  There are no developed facilities and the setting is sagebrush and aspen/conifer forest area. Timberline is at approximately 10,500 feet elevation.

 

General Information

No fees are required for this site

Free

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 40.2155

Longitude: -106.1414

Directions

From Granby, drive west on Hwy 40 for approximately 2 miles. Take the right hand turn driving on Hwy 125 north. Drive approximately 8 miles and turn left on Forest Road 112. Drive approximately 6 miles and the Elk Mountain Trailhead is on the right hand side of the road.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

No

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated September 10, 2025