Travel | Beaches | Mountains | Hiking
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
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
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
a day. This trail is 14.8 miles roundtrip with 1,600 feet of elevation change, concluding at the scenic Jordan Lake
Island Lake is one of the best lakes in the Uintas. If you're looking for solitude in the mountains, you'll find it here.
