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Utah
3.2 mi
Distance
622 ft
Gain
1h 22m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Ruth Lake
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Ruth Lake is a scenic alpine lake hike offering rewarding views with moderate elevation gain over a relatively short distance. The trail climbs through mixed terrain to reach this mountain lake, providing a classic Utah high country experience with opportunities to enjoy subalpine meadows and forest ecosystems.
Ruth Lake Climbing Area
~1 min drive
Short approach to a popular Utah climbing crag with diverse route options.
Uinta Highline Trail
~1 min drive
Remote high-altitude traverse across the Uinta Mountains with alpine meadows and expansive views.
Lofty Lake Loop
~2 min drive
Scenic alpine lake loop with moderate elevation gain and forest views.
Main Fork Weber River
~4 min drive
Moderate 12.54-mile river canyon hike along Main Fork Weber River.
Butterfly Lake
~2 min drive
Easy 1.2-mile hike to a scenic alpine lake with minimal elevation gain.
Mirror Lake
~4 min drive
Scenic alpine lake hike with moderate elevation gain and stunning reflections.
Notch Mountain
~7 min drive
Challenging 17-mile round-trip to Notch Mountain with steady elevation gain.
Mirror Lake Shoreline
~4 min drive
Easy shoreline walk with scenic alpine lake views.
Kermsuh Lake
~7 min drive
Moderate alpine lake hike with 1,140 ft gain and scenic mountain views.
Duchesne River
~8 min drive
Moderate riverside hike along the Duchesne River with steady elevation gain.