Near Wasatch Crest
On the ridge above Desolation Lake.
Near Wasatch Crest
Little Water Trail on your way up to the ridgeline above Millcreek Canyon.
Near Wasatch Crest
An aspen grove awaits at the top of Mill Creek Canyon.
Near Wasatch Crest
Views from the top of Puke Hill (Wasatch Crest)
Near Wasatch Crest
Looking west at the Wasatch Crest trail from the top of Puke Hill

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Wasatch Crest

4.9 (7 Ratings)
Classic high altitude singletrack - up there and out there.
12.1
mi
Distance
1,221
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
12.15mi
Distance
1,221ft
Elevation Gain
2,754ft
Elevation Loss
40%
Max Grade
9,900ft
High Point
7,614ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Wasatch Crest is one of those routes that satisfies the soul of anyone who likes to hike. It's high alpine with 360 views just about the entire time - you're definitely up there and out there. The Crest has multiple access points (Big Cottonwood Canyon, Mill Creek Canyon and Park City) - choose your own adventure and level of challenge. Starting from Park City will provide a good dose of moderate climbing and multiple loop options. This makes a good shuttle hike if you start from the top of Guardsman Pass. Between the Pinecone and the Crest Connector the trail is not overly technical but still provides a handful of challenges. Be prepared for the Fakies, a series of short climbs that punctuate a fun descent.

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