Wednesday, July 24, 2013

BALD MOUNTAIN


A fantastic hike at the top of the Mirror Lake Highway.   God blessed us with a dry trail and a little sun light on the summit, while being surrounded by rain showers to the North, East and South.  

DESCRIPTION: Bald Mountain hike is a must for those who love the Mirror Lake Highway. This is a rocky climb, with exposure, where you can overlook Mirror Lake below.
RATINGS: MODERATE
RESTROOM: At the trailhead parking lot.
MILEAGE: 2 miles to the summit
ELEVATION GAIN: 1250'
HIKE TIME: 1 hour 15 minutes up; and 55 minutes down.
KIDS must be supervised at all time, because of steep exposure.
FEE: Mirror Lake Recreation fee is $6 or you can use your National Recreation Pass on a mirror hanger.
GEAR: Water, jacket, bug spray, food, hiking pole, hat, and camera.
DIRECTIONS: From Kamas, Utah; take SR 150, 29 miles to Bald Mountain pass, and turn left into the picnic area/trailhead parking

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