Deseret Peak Wilderness Loop — June 6

If you're ready to earn your views, this one's for you.

The Deseret Peak Wilderness Loop is a strenuous 8.5-mile alpine loop in the Deseret Peak Wilderness with 3,786 feet of elevation gain and a summit over 11,000 feet, without the Wasatch Front crowds. Expect rocky ridgeline, some scree, and yes, snow near the top. This is a peak-bagger's hike.

The Details

• 📍 South Willow Canyon / Loop Campground Trailhead — free parking

• 📅 Saturday, June 6 | 8:00 AM start

• ⏱ Estimated 7–9 hours

• 🐾 Dogs welcome!

What to Bring

• Microspikes… these are a must, snow near the summit is likely in early June

• Trekking poles (highly recommended)

• 2–3 liters of water

• Layers: Weather changes fast at elevation

What to Expect This is a non-technical alpine loop, but it is challenging. You'll hike through rocky terrain, exposed ridgeline, and snowy patches near the summit. Altitude effects are possible, go at your own pace, and we've got you.

Group size is capped at 10, so every hiker gets the experience (and the space) they came for.