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Difficulty
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Moderate
Elevation
This reflects the total elevation gained throughout this route as measured by the GPS file. This includes all ascents and descents, and is higher than what is quoted in most route guides, which simply measure the distance between the starting-point and high-point of the route.
184 m
Distance
This reflects the return distance of this route as measured by the GPS file.
5.3 km
Duration
This reflects the estimated time the majority of users will take on this trail. If you are slower, add time to the top-end figure. If you are fast, then you may complete this route faster than this time range.
1.5-2h
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Plantation Trail to Taylor Fork Route Guide

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The Plantation Trail to Taylor Fork Trail is a lovely route in the western Uintas. This trail is a fantastic hiking circuit in the summer and a wonderful snowshoeing route in the winter. Dogs are welcome to join you on this trail but must be kept on leash at all times.

Route Description for Plantation Trail to Taylor Fork

The Plantation Trail and Taylor Fork Trail hiking circuit is a beautiful route, east of Kamas, Utah. This trail is a bit rocky, but nothing that you can’t handle with a pair of proper hiking shoes. In the summertime, this loop makes an excellent, low-traffic hike. In the winter, this route becomes a wonderful snowshoeing trail. In the seasons in between, the Plantation Trail and Taylor Fork hiking circuit remains absolutely beautiful, with budding wildflowers in the spring and fiery leaves in the fall. No matter what time of year you visit, the Plantation Trail and Taylor Fork Trail circuit is guaranteed to become a family favorite quickly.

From the Shingle Creek Campground parking area, follow the path on your left to hike southeast along Beaver Creek. From here, take the first trail on your right: this is the Plantation Trail. Sticking to your right, follow the trail as it loops around back to the Shingle Creek Campground where you began.

Back at the Campground, you can either pack up and head home or set up the tent for a peaceful night under the Utah stars.

Getting to the Plantation Trail to Taylor Fork Trailhead

This trail begins at the Shingle Creek Campground on the south side of highway 150, approximately 9.5mi east of Kamas, Utah.

Route Information for Plantation Trail to Taylor Fork

  • Backcountry Campground:

    Shingle Creek Campground and Taylors Fork Campground

  • When to do:

    Year-Round

  • Pets allowed:

    Yes - On Leash

  • Family friendly:

    Older Children only

  • Route Signage:

    Average

  • Crowd Levels:

    Moderate

  • Route Type:

    Circuit

Plantation Trail to Taylor Fork Elevation Graph

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