Great Western Trail, Loa
- 22.2 mi
- round trip
- 1,366 ft
- climb
- 10,144 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
Is Great Western Trail, Loa open right now?
Alert in the area
The Forest Service lists 2 alerts for Fishlake National Forest.
PST 66 Rock Canyon Trail Temporarily Closed
Agency alert covering Fishlake National Forest · USFS · Fishlake National Forest
TERMINATION OF STAGE 1 FIRE RESTRICTION ORDER
Agency alert covering Fishlake National Forest · Order 0408-26-10 · USFS · Fishlake National Forest
As of · Source: USFS · Fishlake National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.
The Great Western Trail at Loa is a 22-mile out-and-back hike in the Fremont River Ranger District of Fishlake National Forest in Utah, managed by the Forest Service. The trail rises from about 9,340 feet to about 10,144 feet, with a total elevation gain of 1,366 feet, and is rated hard. The trail is natural-surfaced and allows bikes, so it works for both hikers and riders. The route is long and climbs steadily, so plan for a full day on foot or on two wheels. Nearby, Last Chance Road and the Gwt Alt (Willies Flat) trail both sit within a mile and a half. Paiute Campground, about 8.6 miles away, is the closest place to camp.
Local outfitters
- Sand Creek RV Park & Campground27 mi away
- Big Rock Candy Mountain42 mi away
Not on Roamze yet. Their page has how to reach them.
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