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    Hikes/United States/Utah/Uinta Mountains

    Highline Trail to East Park Reservoir

    Difficulty
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    Moderate
    Duration
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    4-5.5h
    Distance
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    15.1 km
    Elevation
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    466 m
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    The Highline Trail to the East Park Reservoir is a beautiful route located in eastern Utah. This moderately challenging trail brings you to the stunning East Park Reservoir: an expansive lake with a fantastic campground. The Highline Trail to East Park Reservoir is a dog-friendly route, though pups must be kept on leash for the duration of their hike.

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    Route Description for Highline Trail to East Park Reservoir

    The Highline Trail to the East Park Reservoir is a gorgeous route in the Eastern Uintas. This trail is used by hikers and horseback riders. When hiking, be sure to keep an eye out for horses trying to pass you by. Due to the horses and area wildlife, dogs hiking this trail must be kept on a leash at all times. The East Park Reservoir itself is a fantastic destination for camping and relaxing in the Utah Wilderness. If you are an eager fisherman, be sure to pack your rod, the East Park Reservoir is a great place to fish for both Rainbow Trout and Brook Trout.

    Beginning at the Uinta Highline Trail Trailhead off of Highway 191, follow the path west to the East Park Reservoir. A GPS unit can be handy to have on this trail but is not necessary.

    Enjoy an afternoon or an evening at the East Park Reservoir before heading back to the trailhead the way you came.

    Getting to the Highline Trail to East Park Reservoir Trailhead

    This trail begins at the Uinta Highline Trail trailhead on the west side of highway 191.

    Route Information

    • Backcountry Campground

      East Park Campground

    • When to do

      March to October

    • Pets allowed

      Yes - On Leash

    • Family friendly

      Older Children only

    • Route Signage

      Average

    • Crowd Levels

      Moderate

    • Route Type

      Out and back

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