Just finding the trailhead for Big Elk Lake is an adventure but, once you've accomplished that, the remaining hike in is easy. You might even consider hauling in a raft or canoe — or bring a fishing pole, in season, and try your hand at catching stocked brook and cutthroat trout.

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1. Norway Flat Trail

4.11km

01:15

140m

Hike the easy 2.6 miles (4.1 km) Norway Flat Trail in Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, enjoying forests and views to Big Elk Lake.

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2. Norway Flat and Big Elk Lake Trail

8.93km

02:46

330m

Hike to pristine North and South Erickson Lakes in the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, a moderate 5.6-mile route with diverse alpine sc

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Elevation 3,060 m

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Location: Summit County, Utah, United States

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