Hiking | Mountains | National Parks
Ahh, the beauty of this trip! This was an excellent backpacking trip in Utah, and the first trip I did overnight without my car out West. I know, sounds a little weird right? I wish I'd gotten out backpacking years earlier during my time in Utah but, as it turned out, that just wasn't in … Continue reading Backpacking to Jordan Lake via the East Fork Duchesne River Trail, High Uintas, UT
Ahh, Mirror Lake! There are dozens and dozens of lakes with this name all across the country and even two lakes named Mirro Lake in Utah. It's a classic for a reason! This lake is a popular spot for camping, walking, hiking, kayaking, fishing, paddle boarding, and collecting wild mushrooms. It's also the spot of … Continue reading Sunrise at Mirror Lake in The High Uintas, Utah | A Journal Entry
Ahh, a yearly hike for me, it seems. Sunset Peak is one of those hikes I return to year after year, season after season. It holds one of my favorite views in the Wasatch and was one of the first major summits I did here as well. However, I had never hiked this trail at … Continue reading Hiking Sunset Peak in Utah at Sunset
You'll have to hit this waterfall lollipop if you're in the Upper Geyser Basin area near Old Faithful. It's a short, 3.5-mile trail that will take around 2 hours to complete. It features a beautiful waterfall, a challenging switchback climb, an unobstructed view of Biscuit Basin, and the most beautiful overlook of the endless Yellowstone forest.
Oktoberfest in Utah is one of the best celebrations of the year. It takes place at Snowbird Mountain Resort from August until October. Food, games, shops, and of course, beer, are all part of this long celebration! So, why go? Read now!
Justin Fague 