Lightning Peak

Lightning Peak from Shingle Mill Canyon TH
 Hike Time (roundtrip): 7.5 to 11.5 hours
 Distance (roundtrip): 12.6 miles
 Elevation Gain: 4183 feet
Main Aspect: All Directions
 Climb Rate: 664 feet per mile
 Average Grade: 13%
Notes: The trail follows Shingle Mill Canyon most of the way before crossing over to another canyon and up to Windy Pass. There is space for overnight camping there. The trail from the pass to the peak is steep.
Trailhead Elevation: 5890 ft
Trailhead Outhouse: No
Distance from Provo Canyon: 10.0 miles
Area: Provo Canyon
Area Location: East on 800 North in Orem in Utah County.
Area Fee: None
Dogs Allowed: Yes
Notes: Follow the Provo Canyon road for about 5 miles. Turn right at Vivian Park, and travel up the South Fork road another 5 miles to the end. Turn into the parking area on the right
Destination Elevation: 10073 Feature: Peak
Notes: Lightning Peak is just off the Cascade Mountain ridgeline and has views of the backsides of the high peaks seen from Utah Valley.