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Description Enjoy this 7.0-mile out-and-back trail near Mounthaven, Utah. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 59 min to complete. This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are June through October. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

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Notes This incredible hike is often called one of the best hikes in the Twin Peaks Wilderness Area. It features a beautiful mountaintop lake, awesome views, and abundant wildlife. Heads up! Because this trail lies within a protected watershed, dogs and swimming are not permitted at the lakes. The trail starts at the Mill B South Fork Trailhead off Big Cottonwood Canyon Road. You’ll begin by walking alongside the creek on Mill B South Trail for a short distance before turning onto Lake Blanche Trail. The trail enters the wilderness area here at this point. The demanding climb from here is worth every step! You’ll have great views of Sundial Peak several miles up the canyon and the Great Salt Lake Valley to the west. At the top lie three beautiful lakes - Lake Blanche, Lake Florence, and Lake Lillian. The views down into the canyon below are breathtaking. Just prior to arriving at the lakes, parts of Salt Lake City are also visible from the trail.

Exposure None Minimal Moderate Significant An "exposed" trail has a drop-off on one or both sides.

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