Utah’s High Uintas are truly remarkable, and the Mirror Lake area is easily one of the most beautiful places in the state. Here’s a quick, easy hike to take that will let you explore one of Utah’s prettiest little alpine lakes, and almost anyone can do it.
Mirror Lake is one of the most stunning lakes in the Beehive State. You’ll find it along the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway, which stretches from Kamas to the Wyoming border.
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The Mirror Lake Trail makes a complete loop around the lake, for a total of 2.9 miles.
The alpine lake is surrounded by fragrant pines. It sits at about 10,000 feet.
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The hike is flat and easy. Some of the hike even takes you along boardwalk so you don’t get your feet wet in the marshy meadows near the shoreline.
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You’ll definitely want to take your time and get a bunch of photos. You’ll soon see how Mirror Lake got its name.
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Allow yourself plenty of time to just sit by the lake and enjoy its beauty.
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Watch for moose! They’re plentiful in this area.
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Excited to take this pretty little trail? The Mirror Lake Scenic Byway is open, but the upper campgrounds are still covered in snow. It should be accessible in the coming weeks. Visit the Forest Service’s website here for the latest updates.
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When was the last time you visited Mirror Lake?
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Looking for another fun hike? Take a look at Waterfall Canyon Trail, in Ogden.
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