Thursday, May 12, 2016

Twin Peaks

Twin Peaks (American Fork) from Silver Creek North Fork TH via Silver Peak
 Hike Time (roundtrip): 6.5 to 10.0 hours
 Distance (roundtrip): 10.2 miles
 Elevation Gain: 3629 feet
Main Aspect: South
 Climb Rate: 712 feet per mile
 Average Grade: 13%
Notes: This trail be the longest one to AF Twin Peaks, but its also the only with class 1/2 trails all the way to the peak.

Trailhead
Silver Creek North Fork TH
Trailhead Elevation: 7860 ft
Trailhead Outhouse: No
Distance from Fee Station: 11.5 miles Area: American Fork Canyon
Area Location: East on Timpanogos Hwy (SR92), exit 284 in Utah County
Area Fee: $6
Dogs Allowed: Yes
Notes: After getting to the Silver Lake trailhead, drive through the creek on the east side and follow the road another .7 miles to a parking area.

Waypoint 1
Silver Peak
 Desolation Peak
 Elevation: 10002 AKA: Silver Benchmark
 Feature: Peak
Notes: It is at the top of the ridge separating Willow Fork and Beartrap Fork.

Destination
 Twin Peaks (American Fork)
 Elevation: 11489 AKA: Silver Benchmark
 Feature: Peak
Notes: It is the highest peak on the Alpine Ridge. It overlooks the Snowbird Ski Resort and American Fork Canyon.

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