About
Length1 mi
ShapeLoop
DifficultyEasy
Elevation gain100 ft up
Typical time30 min
TrailheadElk Mountain Campground
SurfaceGravel loop with interpretive signs
Best seasonThe cave is 54F year round. Surface trails are best May to October; prairie wildflowers peak in June and the bison rut is in August.
DogsNot allowed
What you'll see ⛰️ Summit🌼 Wildflowers🦌 Wildlife

The grassland and forest meet on this peaceful, 1 mile (1.6 km), pet friendly, trail around the campground. While hiking, follow along with the self-guided tour for this trail in the app. Pets on Trail Pets must be leashed at all times. Please clean up after your pet. Do not leave your pet in the car for any length of time. Trail Safety Hiking off trail is permitted. Watch out for wildlife. Bison and other wildlife are dangerous and unpredictable. Do not approach. Carry and drink plenty of water. There is no drinking water on this trail. Check the weather forecast before you hike. Bring extra layers.

Tips
A good short walk from the campground that explains the forest-prairie boundary you are standing on.
Location

Elk Mountain Campground

Other Hikers
No one has logged this trail yet.
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Trail data: USGS National Map / PAD-US, the National Park Service, state agencies, and © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Access and conditions change — check with the managing agency before you go.