The best running trails in West Elk Wilderness

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Running in West Elk Wilderness is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in West Elk Wilderness—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Swampy Pass Trail loop — Gunnison National Forest	Intermediate 00:46 6.08km
Beaver Ponds Trail — West Elk Wilderness	Intermediate 00:36 4.63km
Ohio Creek Road — Gunnison National Forest	Expert 02:16 16.9km
West Elk Peak — Gunnison National Forest	Expert 04:55 33.2km

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Swampy Pass Trail loop — Gunnison National Forest
00:46
6.08km
7:38/km
170m
170m
Intermediate
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Beaver Ponds Trail — West Elk Wilderness
00:36
4.63km
7:49/km
110m
110m
Intermediate
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Ohio Creek Road — Gunnison National Forest
02:16
16.9km
8:00/km
470m
470m
Expert
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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West Elk Peak — Gunnison National Forest
04:55
33.2km
8:53/km
1,420m
1,420m
Expert
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Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.