Hike the Lake Elkhorn Trail

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Activities:

Canoeing, Fishing, Running, Hiking
Skill Level:

Beginner
Season:

Year Round
Trail Type:

Loop
RT Distance:

1.99 Miles
Elevation Gain:

22 Feet

Dog Friendly

Family Friendly

Lake

Wildflowers

Wildlife

Beautiful lake setting perfect for a peaceful walk, enhanced by wildlife and wildflowers.

Park in the lot to access the trail (see map). This is an ideal trail to walk with kids, or to do by yourself! Dogs are welcome too.

Photos: Fuzzy Gerdes, therapybeagles, Yngve Roennike

Pack List

Sun protection
Water
Camera

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