1.3 mi from the trailheadElk Creek Cabins
Campground · Idaho
22.7 mi out & back · 4,304 ft gain · 8,220 ft high point · Very hard
From North Fork Elk Creek Trailhead via North Fork Elk Creek, W FK Elk Creek, and Sulphur - West Elk (9.3 mi)
In Boise National Forest · Idaho · U.S. Forest Service
Sulphur - West Elk uses North Fork Elk Creek and W Fk Elk Creek from North Fork Elk Creek Trailhead for 22.6 miles out and back in Boise National Forest.
4,304 ft of gain round trip.
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Ranked the same way, within twenty-five miles.
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Sun: Rain And Snow Showers Likely · wind 2 to 13 mph NNE
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