This Easy Alpine Hike In Utah Is Perfect For Everyone
It’s the perfect time of year to go for a hike in Utah’s gorgeous mountains; the temperature is mild and the leaves are starting to change color. However, not everyone can traverse a steep, rocky trail. No worries! Here’s a hike that’s perfect for just about everyone. It’s even handicapped accessible. Check out Silver Lake in Big Cottonwood Canyon.
During these uncertain times, please keep safety in mind and consider adding destinations to your bucket list to visit at a later date.
Silver Lake is a beautiful alpine lake in Big Cottonwood Canyon.
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To get there, drive about 14 miles up the canyon to the Silver Lake Visitor's Center parking lot. The trail is located right behind the Visitor's Center.
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This hike is perfect for kids, who will love the wide, level trail.
The trail makes a .9-mile loop around the lake, so you'll be able to complete it in just about a half hour. Plan on being here a lot longer than that, though - it's so pretty up here that you'll want to bring a picnic!
Writer, editor and researcher with a passion for exploring new places. Catherine loves local bookstores, independent films, and spending time with her family, including Gus the golden retriever, who is a very good boy.
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