Sunday, April 17, 2016

Grandeur Peak

(Mill Creek, Church Fork Picnic Area)
5.4 miles RT
2.5-4 hours
Moderate, 2387' elevation gain
Mostly shaded first mile, no shade last 1.7 miles to summit
Restrooms and water at trailhead
Spring, summer, fall
*dogs must be leashed on even-numbered days
*parking lot fills fast, may need to park on the road

Grandeur Peak from Church Fork TH
 Hike Time (roundtrip): 3.5 to 5.5 hours
 Distance (roundtrip): 5.4 miles
 Elevation Gain: 2349 feet
Main Aspect: Southeast
 Climb Rate: 870 feet per mile
 Average Grade: 16%
Notes: The trail initially goes through a conifer forest and climbs some switchbacks up to the ridge.
Trailhead Elevation: 5950 ft
Trailhead Outhouse: Yes
Distance from Fee Station: 2.4 miles
Area: Mill Creek Canyon
Area Location: East on 3800 S in Salt Lake County
Area Fee: $3
Dogs Allowed: Yes
Notes: Turn at the Church Fork Picnic area and drive all the way to the back. The trailhead is in the last parking lot.
Destination
 Elevation: 8299 Feature: Peak
Notes: This peak is low enough that it can be reached most any time of year. You can see the whole Salt Lake Valley as well as most of Mill Creek Canyon from its summit.


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