The best walks and hikes in the Elkhead Mountains
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Want to go hiking in the Elkhead Mountains? In this guide, we’ve reviewed our full collection of hikes and walking routes in the Elkhead Mountains to bring you the best hiking routes in the region. To see which of our walks in the Elkhead Mountains is the right one for you, browse real tips and photos uploaded by other hikers—and see what they had to say about each walk.
Last updated: November 13, 2025
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1. Hahns Peak Lake Loop — Elkhead Mountains, CO
5.30km
01:23
40m
40m
Peaceful lakeside loop through remote wilderness with mining history and Hahns Peak reflections.
Easy
2
hikers
2. Pearl Lake State Park — Elkhead Mountains, CO
5.71km
01:31
60m
60m
Peaceful lakeside trail through aspen groves where 200+ bird species gather at Colorado's hidden gem.
Easy
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3. Hahns Peak Loop — Elkhead Mountains, CO
7.12km
02:30
400m
400m
Volcanic peak hike to a restored 1916 fire tower with 360-degree views into Wyoming.
Moderate
2
hikers
Gentle lakeside loop around Steamboat Lake with wildflowers and Sand Mountain views.
Moderate
1
hikers
5. Sand Mountain — Elkhead Mountains, CO
15.4km
05:04
720m
720m
Remote Elkhead Mountains peak through aspen forests with solitary summit views across pristine wilderness.
Hard
1
hikers
6. Elkhead Reservoir State Park Loop — Elkhead Mountains, CO
11.0km
03:03
200m
200m
High desert oasis trail along Elkhead Reservoir with elk herds and sage-covered hills.
Moderate
1
hikers
Easy nature walk past a pioneer tombstone with lake views and wildlife spotting opportunities.
Easy
8. Black Mountain West Trail — Elkhead Mountains, CO
12.4km
04:05
600m
600m
Remote Colorado peak with expansive summit plateau and views across the Yampa Valley.
Moderate
9. Freeman Reservoir Loop — Elkhead Mountains, CO
1.69km
00:27
20m
10m
Peaceful lakeside walk around Freeman Reservoir with wildlife spotting and Yampa Valley views.
Easy
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