Elk Park / Chicago Basin Shuttle-Loop
This trail is located in Colorado's Weminuche Wilderness. Highlights: stunning vistas, wildlife, wildflowers, and waterfalls. This five-to-six day backpack is accessible by narrow, gauge railroad, or you can reach both the Elk Park and Needleton trailheads via trails.
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Directions to: Elk Park / Chicago Basin Shuttle-Loop
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| Activity | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Nearby City | Silverton |
| Length | 40.5 mi |
| Elevation Gain | 8,483 ft |
| Skill Level | Strenuous |
| Season | June-October |
| Trailhead Elevation | 9,000 ft |
| Top Elevation | 12,550 ft |

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