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Utah
5.9 mi
Distance
1,652 ft
Gain
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Desolation
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Desolation Trail offers a moderately challenging 5.93-mile hike with nearly 1,700 feet of elevation gain through the scenic Desolation region of Utah. This trail features steady climbing through varied terrain, rewarding hikers with expansive views and a sense of remote wilderness. The name reflects the stark, rugged landscape characteristic of this area.
Big Water
~1 min drive
Steep 2.65-mile desert climb with 1,332 ft elevation gain near Big Water.
Little Water
~2 min drive
Steep 2.78-mile trail with 1,122 ft gain near Little Water, Utah.
Mid Millcreek
~2 min drive
Steady climb through Millcreek Canyon with forest and mountain views.
Mill D North Fork
~2 min drive
Moderate 5.2-mile canyon hike with 2,193 ft elevation gain near Mill D.
Mill a Basin
~2 min drive
Steep alpine basin hike with 1,506 ft gain over 2.48 miles.
Cardiff Fork
~3 min drive
Steep 1.16-mile alpine hike with 473 ft gain near Cardiff Fork.
Donut Falls
~3 min drive
Easy 1.16-mile waterfall hike with 392 ft elevation gain near Salt Lake City.
Green Basin
~4 min drive
Scenic 2.13-mile climb with 973 ft gain in Green Basin.
Alexander Basin
~4 min drive
Moderate 6-mile alpine basin hike with 3,000 ft elevation gain.
Great Western Trail
~4 min drive
Scenic 3.1-mile trail with 803 ft gain through Utah backcountry.
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