Here are some of the hikes I've been on this summer.....
1. Lake Solitude
Located up big cottonwood canyon. Lake solitude is accessed from silver lake. The hike itself is fairly easy and ends at a small lake. This was a great evening hike.
2. Silver Lake
Silver lake is located at the top of big cottonwood canyon. There is a board walk around the lake so it's more of a walk. I've been multiple times this summer and I've seen moose up there each time. This lake is gorgeous year round and great for all ages.
3. Little Cottonwood Canyon road up to Cecret Lake
Before the road to access Cecret Lake was open to vehicles, I walked it. It was so peaceful!
4. Lake Blanche
Lake Blanche is up big cottonwood canyon. This hike is not for beginners. It took roughly 4-5 hours. The hike itself has amazing views! This is one of my favorite hikes in Utah! Bring plenty of water as it gets hot! Once you reach lake Blanche, you see sundial peak. All in all, incredible!
5. Twin Lakes
Twin Lakes is located up big cottonwood canyon and is accessed at silver lake. The best part of this hike is the view of silver lake. The hike is fairly short and moderate.
(View of silver lake)
6. Willow Heights
Willow Heights is located up big cottonwood canyon. It's a short hike. The hike is beautiful! You begin by walking through aspen trees and end up walking through an open meadow.
BEWARE: we saw 5 moose on the trail which is common.
7. Lake Mary
Lake Mary is located at the top of big cottonwood canyon, accessed at Brighton Resort. This is an easy hike and great for all ages. This is a perfect evening hike. The lake is gorgeous!
8. Cascade Falls (cedar breaks)
Located in Cedar City this is a very family-friendly hike.
9. Cecret Lake
Cecret Lake is up little cottonwood canyon. This hike is only available during the summer months. It's in the Albion basin which provides beautiful wild flower secenry! This hike is family friendly and also a great evening hike. Currently there are salamanders up there, so families bring nets to try and catch some. We went up and saw the sunset which was beautiful!
10. Sunset Peak (dog lake, lake Mary, lake Catherine, lake Martha)
Sunset peak is accessed up big or little cottonwood canyon. We chose the longer route (big cottonwood) so we could hike by the lakes you see from the peak. This hike took roughly 2 1/2 hrs round trip. It wasn't difficult and had the most incredible views at the top. I would highly recommend this hike! It's one of my favorites in Utah.
*I've already shared pictures of lake Mary
Lake Catherine
Lake Martha
At the top of sunset peak. Unfortunately you're unable to see lake Catherine in this picture, but it's between the two lakes you do see.
Summer is the perfect time for hiking so get out there!!
I still have a few hikes left that I know I want to do, but I want your suggestions, what are your favorite hikes in Utah???
Shout out to my brother who goes hiking with me at least once a week!!
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