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    Hikes/United States/Utah/Uinta Mountains

    Fran Lake Trail

    Difficulty
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    Moderate
    Duration
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    4-5.5h
    Distance
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    13.5 km
    Elevation
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    619 m
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    The Fran Lake Trail is a lovely hike just east Oakley, Utah. This trail is moderately challenging but well maintained. Dogs are welcome to join you on this hike—just be aware of wildlife in the area and bring a leash in case of wildlife encounters.

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    Route Description for Fran Lake Trail

    The Fran Lake Trail is a beautiful hike in the Western Uintas. This trail is moderately challenging with a consistent incline up to Fran Lake. Be sure to arrive with proper, supportive hiking shoes and lots of water for your hike. If you’d like some extra support, hiking poles can be great on this trail to aid in the ascent and save your knees some strain on the way back down. Fran Lake itself is a gorgeous, pristine alpine lake tucked away in the Utah Wilderness. This is a great spot to swim, fish, or just spend the day relaxing in a beautiful place.

    Beginning at the trailhead, take the Gardeners Fork 4x4 Trail on the northwest bank of Garden Creek. Follow this trail south all the way to Fran Lake.

    Enjoy an afternoon relaxing on the shores of Fran Lake. Then, when you are ready to head home, retrace your steps back to the trailhead, where you began.

    Getting to the Fran Lake Trail Trailhead

    This hike begins at the end of Weber Canyon Road, east of Oakley, Utah.

    Route Information

    • Backcountry Campground

      Zions Peak Campground

    • When to do

      July to October

    • Pets allowed

      Yes

    • Family friendly

      Older Children only

    • Route Signage

      Average

    • Crowd Levels

      Low

    • Route Type

      Out and back

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