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Elk Falls Overlook

Featured Route
in Staunton State Park
  • Total Length
    9.7mi
  • Ascent
    1,537ft
  • Difficulty
    Moderate

Visit the breathtaking 100’ Elk Falls in what is one of the most popular hikes in Staunton State Park. This hike is a moderate difficulty, out-and-back trip that meanders through open meadows and coniferous forests. 

Visitors will see the iconic Chimney Rock, Elk Falls, beautiful mountain vistas, and several historic structures still standing in the park. 

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  • Hiking
  • Out & Back
  • Waterfalls
  • Wildlife
  • History
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Timeline
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Ranch Hand Trailhead
Trailhead
Start Hiking
For 4.8mi
Dines Meadow Trail, Staunton Ranch Trail, Staunton Ranch Road, Bugling Elk Trail, Lion’s Back Trail
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Elk Falls Overlook
Observation Point
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Elk Falls
Waterfall
Continue Hiking
For 4.8mi
Lion’s Back Trail, Bugling Elk Trail, Staunton Ranch Trail, Staunton Ranch Road, Dines Meadow Trail
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