Morgan, Utah
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Kamas, Utah
Photograph Bald Mountain in Utah
Bald Mountain is a 12,000' peak in the Uintas, and of the most popular hikes in the Uinta Mountains of Utah. If you're looking for more details on the hike, check out the adventure Hike Bald Mountain in the Uintas. Not only is it incredible to photograph from the top, with panoramic views of doze...Read more -
Kamas, Utah
Hike Bald Mountain in the Uintas
4.54 mi / 1250 ft gainBald Mountain is one of the most popular hikes in the Uintas, so get an early start if you want to beat the crowds. Those willing to hike in before dawn will be rewarded with an unforgettable sunrise at the summit. I HIGHLY recommend this as a sunrise hike. The trail starts out with steep switchb...Read more -
Tooele County, Utah
Stansbury Island Trail
2.88.87 mi / 2585 ft gainRarely will you ever see another person at the underrated Stansbury Island, the second largest island within the Great Salt Lake in Utah - even though a dirt causeway connects it to land, it is still considered an island. The lack of crowds make this a good place to hike, take photos, and enjoy t...Read more -
Oakley, Utah
Backpack to Cutthroat Lake
4 mi / 280 ft gainThere isn't a trail to Cutthroat Lake so for a portion of the hike will be cross-country. I highly recommend bringing a GPS but with intermediate route-finding skills you should be able to find your way. We used the Gaia GPS app and this made the hike much easier. The distance depends on the r...Read more -
Oakley, Utah
Scale the Cliffs at Ruth Lake
4.8Getting There From Evanston, take the Mirror Lake Highway 150 about 42 miles to the Ruth Lake trailhead and follow the easy hike up from the highway; just look for the signs directing you to Ruth Lake. The Trail/The Climbs Once on the trail, keep an eye out to your left and soon you'll see the cl...Read more -
Oakley, Utah
Hike to Ruth Lake in the High Uintas Wilderness
5.02 mi / 300 ft gainThe Uintas are a high elevation, pristine mountain wilderness located in Utah. This range receives over 400 inches of precipitation annually, and you can find water everywhere. There are 400+ miles of streams, waterfalls, and more than 2,000 lakes! One of the prettiest and most accessible of th...Read more -
Evanston, Utah
Hike to Hayden Peak in the High Uintas
3.63 mi / 2053 ft gainHayden Peak is by all means the monarch mountain of the Mirror Lake Highway. By that, I mean that Hayden Peak is easily the most rugged and impressive peak that can be viewed from the road. Driving over Bald Mountain Pass towards Evanston, WY, this peak looks amazing. There are few mountains out ...Read more -
Provo, Utah
Upper Falls
2.70.54 mi / 423 ft gainComing from Provo, at about 2.5 miles make a right hand turn for Nunn's Park/ Bridal Veil. Go straight through the intersections and pass Bridal Veil Falls (on your right) and continue until you see a park on your right (Upper Falls Park). Park here and cross the bridge over the creek and then fo...Read more -
Evanston, Utah
Camp at Christmas Meadows in the Uinta National Forest
Just four miles from the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway, this limited site campground is a great alternative to the larger, busier campgrounds at lower elevations. There are just 11 sites here, a few of which are first-come, first-serve. Amenities include picnic tables, campfire rings, vault toilets, d...Read more -
Evanston, Utah
Kermsuh Lake Trail
5.013.04 mi / 1722 ft gainKermsuh Lake Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Oakley, Utah.Read more -
Evanston, Utah
Backpack to Ryder Lake
4.718 mi / 2000 ft gainRyder Lake is accessed via the Stillwater Trail, beginning at the Christmas Meadows Trailhead off of Mirror Lake Highway. The trail heads due south from Christmas Meadows along the Stillwater River. It winds through lodgepole pine forests and skirts alpine meadows, gradually gaining elevation. A...Read more -
Evanston, Utah
Hike to Ostler Peak in the High Uintas
13.7 mi / 3935 ft gainHiking Ostler Peak in the High Uintas Wilderness is a serious challenge for anyone. Typically, this hike is done over 2-3 days, with an overnight at the beautiful Ostler Lake. Strong hikers can do this hike in one day, however, as long as you are prepared and know the route. The route up Ostler ...Read more -
Evanston, Utah
Amethyst Basin via Christmas Meadows
4.512.57 mi / 2303 ft gainDirections: The trail leaves from the Christmas Meadows Trailhead. From Mirror Lake Scenic Byway (US 150) turn on Christmas Meadows Rd. The campground and trailhead are around 3.5 miles down the road dirt road. The road is suitable for low clearance vehicles. Trip Length: 6 miles each way + opt...Read more -
Provo, Utah
Bridal Veil Falls
4.80.47 mi / 285 ft gainHeading on Provo Canyon Rd the waterfall is just on the right hand side. You will see a sign that says "Bridal Veil" to turn in and park at the falls. At the falls you can hike up a bit to get closer to the waterfall but you will get sprayed quite a bit. Usually a few people there take photos at ...Read more -
Wasatch County, Utah
Hike Little Deer Creek to Cataract Gorge
4.04 miLittle Deer Creek Canyon can be accessed from the Emerald Lake Highway (150) in the Uinta National Forest east of Kamas, Utah. Turn right onto Murdoch Basin Road (Forest Service Road 137) until it splits off to the road to Cataract Gorge (Forest Service Road 027). It is recommended you park her...Read more -
Saratoga Springs, Utah
Saratoga Hot Springs
3.30.7 mi / 46 ft gainAwesome all year round, but one of the best places to chill out during winter. The water is just hot enough to feel amazing and escape from the cold. This place is public and not supervised. It does close from 10pm-6am and police have been known to pass by and enforce it. Pulling in to the parki...Read more