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Elk sightings in Rocky Mountain
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Where Elk has been reported, from 3,124 sightings. Not a live tracker: animals move, and an empty area doesn’t mean there are none.
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When to look
| Hour | Share of busiest hour |
|---|---|
| 12 AM | 3% |
| 1 AM | 2% |
| 2 AM | 2% |
| 3 AM | 3% |
| 4 AM | 10% |
| 5 AM | 75% |
| 6 AM | 95% |
| 7 AM | 80% |
| 8 AM | 50% |
| 9 AM | 35% |
| 10 AM | 25% |
| 11 AM | 20% |
| Noon | 18% |
| 1 PM | 18% |
| 2 PM | 22% |
| 3 PM | 35% |
| 4 PM | 60% |
| 5 PM | 90% |
| 6 PM | 100% |
| 7 PM | 85% |
| 8 PM | 40% |
| 9 PM | 15% |
| 10 PM | 8% |
| 11 PM | 4% |
2 more about Elk in the app
- Bringing the Elk Back
- Moraine Park: Elk and a Former Resort
Where to look
Rocky Mountain spots that mention Elk
Places and trails whose Parkwolf guides talk about Elk. A good start, never a guarantee.
Places
SightMoraine ParkAn open glacial meadow with elk beneath Longs Peak and the Divide.
SightSheep LakesScan the valley for moose, sheep and elk from the roadside.
CampgroundMoraine Park CampgroundElk bugles sometimes carry across camp on autumn nights.
Picnic areaBeaver Creek Picnic AreaA quiet meadow picnic stop with autumn elk viewing.
SightHolzwarth Historic SiteA mile-long loop through a valley homestead and guest ranch.
SightAdams FallsA short approach, with a higher view above the gorge.
SightLava Cliffs OverlookA rare lava exposure beside Trail Ridge Road.
Scenic pulloutWest Horseshoe Park PulloutA quick stop for meadow views beneath the Mummy Range.Trails
EasyMoraine Park Loop4.8 mi · 2.5 hrRiver bends, meadow elk, and high peaks line this mellow loop.
EasyCoyote Valley Nature Trail1 mi · 54 minA level river walk with open valley views and grazing elk.
ChallengingDeer Mountain Trail6.2 mi · 3.5 hrEarly meadow views lead to a steep climb and broad summit panorama.
ModerateBig Meadows via Green Mountain Trail3.6 mi · 2 hrA steady climb to a bouldered meadow beneath high peaks.
ModerateGreen Mountain Loop7.1 mi · 4 hrBig Meadows and Onahu Creek give this loop a real payoff.
ModerateCub Lake Trail4.6 mi · 3.5 hrA meadow crossing and aspen climb lead to a lily-pad lake.
ChallengingBaker Pass Trail12.6 mi · 6.8 hrA high, quiet pass at the end of a long valley climb.
ModerateCub Lake–The Pool Loop6.1 mi · 3.5 hrPair a lily-covered lake with a creek-carved pool.
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