Utah · Hiking

Balsam Grove

2.8 mi
round trip
1,571 ft
climb
7,934 ft
high point
Out and back
route
May–Oct
best months

Is Balsam Grove open right now?

No closures listed

The Forest Service lists no closures for Manti-La Sal National Forest.

As of · Source: USFS · Manti-La Sal National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

Balsam Grove is a moderate out-and-back hike of about 2.8 miles in the Sanpete Ranger District of Manti-La Sal National Forest in Utah. The trail starts at a low point of about 6,323 feet and climbs to a high point of about 7,934 feet, with a total elevation gain of about 1,571 feet. The Forest Service manages the land. The trail has a natural surface, and both horses and bikes are allowed, which makes it a versatile route for riders and pack animals. The trail is open seasonally from June 1 to October 15, so plan your visit for late spring through early fall. Summer is the most comfortable time to go. Typical averages from a nearby weather station at a similar elevation run from highs around 73°F in June to about 80°F in July, with July lows near 53°F. Winter is cold, with January highs around 33°F. Several other routes lie close by. Clear Creek is about half a mile away, and the CCC Trail #055 and Beaver Creek Ridge Trail #023 are both within about 2 miles. Twin Lake Campground, about 2.3 miles off, is the closest place to camp.

Local outfitters

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  • Best time to go · May–Oct

    Best time to visit Balsam Grove

    Best months: May–October. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      33° / 16°

      8 wet

    2. Feb

      35° / 18°

      8 wet

    3. Mar

      43° / 24°

      8 wet

    4. Apr

      50° / 29°

      8 wet

    5. May

      61° / 37°

      7 wet

    6. Jun

      73° / 45°

      5 wet

    7. Jul

      80° / 53°

      7 wet

    8. Aug

      77° / 51°

      9 wet

    9. Sep

      69° / 43°

      8 wet

    10. Oct

      55° / 33°

      7 wet

    11. Nov

      41° / 22°

      6 wet

    12. Dec

      32° / 15°

      7 wet

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Salina 24 E, UT, 17.2 mi away at 7,560 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.