Summit A Mountain Peak In The Winter On This Hiking Trail In Utah
By Courtnie Erickson|Published January 18, 2022
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From Southern Utah to the Panhandle in Idaho, Courtnie Erickson has lived in what she believes are the best (and the most beautiful!) areas in the country. She graduated with a journalism degree from Utah State University and has more than 15 years of professional writing experience. You’ll likely see her with a Dr. Pepper in her hand and a pair of running shoes on her feet. Courtnie is a writer and editor at OnlyInYourState.
Who says that you can’t do incredible things in the winter like summit a mountain peak? Grandeur Peak is located on the east side of the Salt Lake Valley. It is an 8,299-foot summit that can be challenging and steep in areas. However, it’s also one of the few climbs that you can tackle during the winter months in the Beehive State. This winter hiking trail in Utah won’t be easy, but it will be worth it.
Grandeur Peak is one of the faster mountains you can summit in Utah. To reach the peak, you will have a 5.5-mile, out-and-back trail ahead of you.
This is not an easy climb and it is not ideal for beginner hikers. However, if you have the experience and you want a challenge, the Grandeur Peak Trail in Utah will be unforgettable.
You will find the trailhead on the Church Fork Picnic Area road. This road may be closed during the winter months, but you are welcome to park outside and hike a short distance to the trailhead.
This is a fairly popular winter hike so don’t be surprised to find the snow packed on the trail. However, the snow can become slick in areas so make sure you don't forget a pair of spikes for your hiking boots.
Do you want to summit a mountain peak in the winter? Have you explored the Grandeur Peak Trail in Utah before? Let us know in the comments! And if you want to learn more about this winter hiking trail in Utah and to access a map, click here.
There are many incredible scenic hikes all around the Beehive State. Check out these 12 scenic hikes in Utah, one for each month of the year.
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