Wasootch Ridge
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The hike starts at the Wasootch parking area. There will probably be a lot of vehicles here --- that's because a lot of people go rock climbing at the Wasootch slabs which are a short walk up the creek. Although this is not an official trail, it is fairly popular and not too hard to follow.
From the parking lot, enter the trees on the east side. You will see an unmarked trail start to climb towards the east immediately from the picnic area. This is the path you want (not the one going north-east which is relatively flat at first).
From there, you just climb. And climb, and climb. First through pine trees, but fairly quickly you get a view to the south west. Much of this trail is exposed even while there are trees around, so if it is a hot sunny day you'll need LOTS of water. I brought two liters thinking that would be plenty, and I wished I had 3.
I also (being a little camera crazy) brought a large camera, tripod, and a bunch of lenses. I don't recommend this. Bring a small light camera.
Near the end of the trail, to get to the highest peak, there is some scramling. I didn't do this part with all my camera gear, but it looked fun.
It is also fine to turn around at this point. You've already seen great views, and you get to some interesting rocks.
I hiked back the way I came. You can also descend to Wasootch Creek (to the south-west) and walk back along the creek bed.
From the parking lot, enter the trees on the east side. You will see an unmarked trail start to climb towards the east immediately from the picnic area. This is the path you want (not the one going north-east which is relatively flat at first).
From there, you just climb. And climb, and climb. First through pine trees, but fairly quickly you get a view to the south west. Much of this trail is exposed even while there are trees around, so if it is a hot sunny day you'll need LOTS of water. I brought two liters thinking that would be plenty, and I wished I had 3.
I also (being a little camera crazy) brought a large camera, tripod, and a bunch of lenses. I don't recommend this. Bring a small light camera.
Near the end of the trail, to get to the highest peak, there is some scramling. I didn't do this part with all my camera gear, but it looked fun.
It is also fine to turn around at this point. You've already seen great views, and you get to some interesting rocks.
I hiked back the way I came. You can also descend to Wasootch Creek (to the south-west) and walk back along the creek bed.