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South Fork of Little Deer Creek Trail #252

4.0 (1 Rating)
A pleasant descent from the Summit TH and climb to Ridge Trail #157.
3.5
mi
Distance
684
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Views

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.54mi
Distance
684ft
Elevation Gain
654ft
Elevation Loss
45%
Max Grade
8,083ft
High Point
7,466ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The South Fork of Little Deer Creek Trail #242 is an enjoyable trail that travels from the Summit TH to the Ridge Trail #157. This trail links several loop routes that can be used to visit different areas around Pleasant Grove Ranger District. The trail moves through aspens, firs, and open meadows, with views of Mount Timpanogos along the way. A reroute in the vicinity of the Cascade Springs road was recently performed to aid the sustainability of the trail, and users should follow the new route as the old route is now closed.

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Contributors
Brian Smith