This Epic Mountain in Utah Will Drop Your Jaw
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King’s Peak, at 13,528 feet, is the tallest mountain in Utah. It’s located in the High Uintas Wilderness in Duchesne County. The peak is named for Clarence King, the first director of the U.S. Geological Survey. There are three ways to get to the top, but most people take the Henry’s Fork Trail, which begins from the north side of the range. It’s a 30-mile round-trip hike; most people choose to backpack in on a one or two night trip.
From afar, King's Peak looks majestic.
Henry’s Fork Trail is the most common way to reach King’s Peak.
Some of the trail is a gradual climb.
Other parts are steep and more strenuous.
Gunsight Pass, along the way to the peak.
Looking southeast into Henry’s Fork Basin.
The mountain is beautiful when the sun hits it.
A view of the west face.
After a 2-day hike, you’re rewarded with this view from peak.
This video, posted on YouTube by nicholskk, shows a backpacking trip to King’s Peak.
Have you ever hiked King’s Peak? Tell us about your experience!
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