So, full disclosure, I didn't actually backpack this hike with all my friends, but all of them did! I went along with them for the hike up as a "guide" of sorts and helped out. My friend decided to run some backpacking basics trips this summer and this was the first trip with a bunch … Continue reading Backpacking Lake Catherine Near Brighton, Utah
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Twin Lakes Loop in Big Cottonwood Canyon, Utah
For this hike, there are two approaches, both of which I have done. I'll display both of them below, and then give my recommendation at the end!
Hiking Lake Mary in Wasatch National Forest, Utah
The Lake Mary Trail is a 2.6 moderately tracked trail located at the base of Brighton Resort near Salt Lake City. It features fantastic views of parts of Brighton Ski Resort as well as Lake Mary at the end! Lake Mary is best completed in mid-May to mid-June, or late September to mid-November. Dogs are not allowed to use this trail, and swimming is not allowed at this lake or any lake in the SLC watershed.
