Friday, July 24, 2009

SMITH MOREHOUSE TRAIL

What a wonderful way to escape the summer heat and enjoy God's mountains. After seeing Dave's cabin, we had an enjoyable hike and stopped after at the newly improved Smith-Morehouse Reservoir. After, we stopped at the Rhode Island dinner in Oakley. 

SMITH MOREHOUSE TRAIL

DESCRIPTION: The is a great trail for backpackers who want to get away from all the crowds. The trail is shared with horses.

DESTINATIONS:
  • 5 miles to Erickson Basin,
  • 7 miles to Island Lake
  • 10 miles to the Crystal Lake trailhead

BOARDWALK

DIRECTIONS: From Oakley, Utah take the Weber Canyon road to the Smith-Morehouse reservoir. After passing the reservoir, take a left in the campground, and follow the signs to the trailhead. 

CLIMB OVER OR UNDER

RESTROOMS & at the trailhead.
 
RATINGS: Moderate  
GEAR: Make sure you bring plenty of water, jacket, food, bug spray, sunscreen, and survival gear.

ANOTHER GOOD HIKE

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