Saturday, August 1, 2009

BALD MOUNTAIN

A cool blast of wind, felt like an air condition as we hiked up the Bald Mountain trail. It was a great blessing to escape the heat from the desert valley to hike in God's mountains. Enjoy fantastic views of Mirror Lake.

BALD MOUNTAIN

DESCRIPTION ~ A great rocky adventure at the top of the Mirror Lake Highway. Enjoy a panoramic view of the Uintas on top of this 11,943' summit. 

AWESOME VIEW OF THE UINTAS

RATINGS ~ Moderate
MILEAGE ~ 2 miles to the summit, 1250' elevation gain. KIDS ~ love this hike; but must be carefully supervised at all times due to the dangers of the trail. DOGS are not recommended. This trail is too rocky and has steep drop offs. DIRECTIONS ~ Kamas, Utah take the Mirror Lake Highway SR 150 east, and drive up the road 29 miles to the Bald Mountain Pass. Turn left into the Bald Mountain trailhead & picnic area. Allow 1 hour 20 minutes drive time from Salt Lake City.

BALD MOUNTAIN

GEAR ~ water, energy snacks, sack lunch, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, hiking pole, camera, first aid kit, and bring a jacket.
RESTROOM ~ available at the trailhead. 
FEE ~ Mirror Lake Recreation Pass. 

MIRROR LAKE BELOW

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