Backpacking King’s Peak via Henry’s Fork Trail | Highest Peak in Utah

Ahh, King's Peak in Utah. This mountain is formidable. It's daunting, it's long, it's hard, but it's worth it. This peak is Utah's highest, in the High Uinta Mountains in eastern Utah. Besides being Utah's tallest peak, this mountain is known for its extensive approach - 25 miles via the Henry's Fork trail. It's quite … Continue reading Backpacking King’s Peak via Henry’s Fork Trail | Highest Peak in Utah

Camping Near Washington Lake in the High Uintas, utah

One of my favorite things to do in summer is to take a weekend trip to the Uintas. I dragged my friend John out of the office and we headed over to the Uintas. The drive from Salt Lake City to the gate of the Uintas is pretty easygoing and only takes about an hour … Continue reading Camping Near Washington Lake in the High Uintas, utah

Lofty Lakes Loop in the High Uintas Wilderness, Utah

Possibly one of the best loops in all of the Uintas, the Lofty Lakes Loop trail is often overlooked and I'm not sure why. This 4.9-mile trail rises in elevation, stops at four beautiful lakes, and has two beautiful overlooks and the chance for mountain goat sightings. This route isn't terribly hard, but since the … Continue reading Lofty Lakes Loop in the High Uintas Wilderness, Utah

Hiking Wall Lake in the High Uinta Mountains, Utah

Wall Lake in the High Uintas is one of the most beautiful lakes in the region and very easy to access. The out-and-back trail can be attempted from two different start points and can also be turned into an easy loop. For this hike, I did the loop! Exact mileage might vary, but I'll do … Continue reading Hiking Wall Lake in the High Uinta Mountains, Utah

Hiking Ruth Lake in the High Uinta Mountains, Utah

December was a long month. I promised in my last blog that I'd continue with some new trails from the Uintas and here we are at last. As is the case with many people during the Christmas season, I lost track of time and focused on things other than my blog. Now, after a nearly … Continue reading Hiking Ruth Lake in the High Uinta Mountains, Utah