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Bears Ears Ranger District

Quick Facts

North Fork Elkhead Trailhead

General Description

The North Fork Elkhead Trailhead is located north of Hayden near the North Fork of Elkhead Creek area. It accesses trails 1145 and 1146. Both of these trails run generally north and both eventually link to the Bears Ears Trail #1144.

Directions from Hayden: Travel 14 miles north on Routt County Road 76, then 4 miles north on Forest Road 123. Road 123 is a four-wheel drive road.

Seasonal Information:
Normally Accessible: Early June through Late October (NOTE: Accessibility depends on snow depth and weather.) .

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Recreation Opportunities

Activity		Remarks	On Site
	Trailhead Parking	North Fork Elkhead Trailhead	Yes
	Backpacking	Trails 1145 and 1146 link to trail 1144.	Yes
	Hiking & Walking	trails 1145 and 1146	Yes
	Horseback Riding	trails 1145 and 1146	Yes
	Mountain Biking		Yes

Nearby Services

Gas Station: various (Private - Profit) Directions: 18 miles south to Hayden

Nearest Hospital: The Memorial Hospital (Private - Profit) Directions: 24 miles southwest to Craig

Groceries: various (Private - Profit) Directions: 18 miles south to Hayden

Nearest Pay Phone: various (Private - Profit) Directions: 18 miles south to Hayden

Emergency: various (County) Directions: 24 miles southwest to Craig

Related Activities

Bears Ears Trail - The Bears Ears Trail #1144 is located north of Craig and Hayden. The trail makes a 44 mile loop around Black Mountain and Bears Ears, with numerous access points.

More Information

Visitor Information:

Hahns Peak/Bears Ears Ranger District, 925 Weiss Drive , Steamboat Springs, CO, 80487, Phone: 970-879-1870, Fax: 970-879-2147