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Elk River Trail

Elk City and Independence, KS · Backpacking trail3h 30m–4h 30m from OKCCost TBDWebsite
Elk River Trail photo 1
Photo: Staryu · CC0 · Wikimedia CommonsSource

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Backpacking

Backpacking & paddling

Point-to-point backpacking
Recommendation
Recommended
Route or activity
Point-to-point backpacking
Type
Backpacking
Drive min minutes
210
Drive max minutes
270
Miles
15
Cost basis
Quote required
Group capacity
Confirm group rules
Season
Confirm current trail conditions
Reservations
Confirm required permit
Equipment
Troop backpacking equipment.
Advancement support
Hiking; Backpacking; Camping; Cooking; Navigation fieldwork
Requirements
Confirm permitted overnight locations and group limits with manager; arrange vehicle shuttle.
Action needed
Confirm exact route, water, group limits and access costs.
Source checked
2026-10-03