Deseret Peak : Climbing, Hiking & Mountaineering - SummitPost
WEBDeseret Peak is usually hiked between Memorial Day and late October. Typical summer months apply but experienced climbers can climb year round. Vehicle access on the gravel road is closed during the winter months, but the area could be accessed on skis or snowshoes, adding mileage to the approach.
Deseret Peak Wilderness Loop, Utah - 418 Reviews, Map - AllTrails
WEBMost of the area west of Salt Lake City is blasted by summer heat, a blank canvas for winter winds, and largely waterless (except for the enormous, shallow saline pond of Great Salt Lake, three times saltier than the ocean).
Utah's Lonely Deseret Peak Wilderness - Backpacker
WEBOct 1, 1998 · Camp and hike on gravelly or rocky surfaces that can handle the wear. MAPS AND GUIDES: The USGS 7.5-minute quads covering the wilderness include: Deseret Peak East, Deseret Peak West, North Willow Canyon, and Salt Mountain. Available through MapLink at (800) 962-1394.
Deseret Peak via Mill Fork Canyon Trail - AllTrails
WEBThis route takes you to the summit of Deseret Peak along the Mill Fork, via the Mill Fork Canyon. The road to the Loop Campground and the trailhead for this route is open seasonally, typically May through October. The road closes during the winter months for snowy conditions and re-opens in the spring when snow is cleared.
Loop Campground (UT), Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest - Recreation.gov
WEBThe multi-use Stansbury Front Trail and Medina Flat Trail begin across the road from the entrance, offering access to the rugged Deseret Peak Wilderness. Willow Creek offers rainbow and brown trout fishing.
Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest - Mill Fork Trail - US Forest Service
WEBThis trail is located in South Willow Canyon in the Stansbury Mountains. Major destinations of the trail include South Willow Lake and Deseret Peak. While traveling on this trail, you will come across Stansbury Crest Trail and Dry Lake Trail junctions.
Deseret Peak Wilderness - Outdoor Project
WEBDuring the winter months the area is known for backcountry skiing in the chutes of Deseret Peak. In the summer backcountry camping is allowed when you follow a Leave No Trace ethic and follow these regulations. Mountain biking is not allowed, but you can bring you dogs or ride the trails on horseback.
Trip report: Backpacking in Utah's Deseret Peak Wilderness
WEBSep 22, 2022 · This month, GEAR:30's own Devon Hummer summited the 11,000-foot Deseret Peak near Dugway, Utah. Read all about his experience below!
Best hikes and trails in Deseret Peak Wilderness | AllTrails
WEBWant to find the best trails in Deseret Peak Wilderness for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 4 great trails for hiking and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
Deseret Peak Wilderness Area - PeakVisor
WEBThis 10.2 mile (16.4km) strenuous hike starts at the Loop Campground and immediately starts to climb up to the summit of Deseret Peak. After summiting the highest peak in the range, the trail continues down the main ridgeline of the Stansbury Mountains, giving you excellent opportunities to take in the view.
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