Church Fork to Grandeur Peak

Salt Lake City

Beautiful challenging and well trafficked.

Hiking Moderate

Distance: 9.9 km
Ascent: 779 m
Descent: 777 m
Duration: 3-4 hrs

Low Point: 1.7 km
High Point: 2.5 km
Gradient: 11˚

This trail is steep enough, and long enough at 6 miles RT and about 2400 ft. of gain to be a great training trail for hikers preparing for big adventures and at the same time it offers spectacular views from the waterfall in the picnic area just before the trailhead to the stunning view from the summit.

Snowy summit Grandeur eak Photo: Jeff Bowles

First Wild Flowers Of The Season Grandeur Peak Photo: Jeff Bowles

View from the trail Grandeur Peak Photo: Jeff Bowles

Looking at the summit Grandeur Peak Photo: Jeff Bowles

Lush green start to the day Grandeur Peak Photo: Jeff Bowles

Difficulty

Moderate

Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.

Medium Exposure

The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.

Remoteness

Close to help in case of emergency.

Best time to visit

Features

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