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    Hikes/United States/Utah/Salt Lake City

    The Great Western Trail to Lookout Peak

    Difficulty
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    Moderate
    Duration
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    4.5-6.5h
    Distance
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    17.2 km
    Elevation
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    569 m
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    The Great Western Trail to The Lookout Peak Trail is a great hike east of Salt Lake City. This trail is rugged and not-maintained, so be prepared for an adventure out there. This moderately challenging route will reward you with fantastic views of the Utah wilderness and a really good workout.

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    Route Description for The Great Western Trail to Lookout Peak

    The Great Western Trail to The Lookout Peak Trail is a fantastic point-to-point hike in the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest. This trail is rugged and not often maintained. Folks who wish to hike this trail should be comfortable and experienced with route-finding. If you are up for an adventurous day, this trail is gorgeous. With little traffic, the Great Western Trail to The Lookout Peak Trail is a great place to enjoy the peace and beauty of the Utah Wilderness.

    From the trailhead at Big Mountain Pass, follow the Great Western Trail northwest. Stay left at all the divides to make your way to the Lookout Peak Trail. Continue southeast along the Lookout Peak Trail to end your hike at the Affleck Campground.

    At the Affleck Campground, catch a shuttle home or set up your tent for a beautiful night under the Utah stars.

    Getting to the The Great Western Trail to Lookout Peak Trailhead

    This hike begins at Big Mountain Pass along highway 65 and ends at the Affleck Park Campground.

    Route Information

    • Backcountry Campground

      Affleck Park Campground

    • When to do

      May to November

    • Pets allowed

      No

    • Family friendly

      No

    • Route Signage

      Average

    • Crowd Levels

      Low

    • Route Type

      One Way

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