Distance: ~3.5 miles out and back via lower trail
Elevation Gain: 650 ft (You’re starting at about 6,100 ft)
Difficulty: Easy to moderate, depending on your fitness level
I finally made it to the spectacular 200-foot, double-tiered Stewart Falls! What took me so long?
(The truth is, I’m guilty of prioritizing marvelous Mount Timpanogos via the Aspen Grove or Timpooneke routes when I’m up here and rarely have time to fit in this quickie.) This time, I fit in Lake Blanche in the morning and made this my afternoon destination. A bit of driving, but worth it.
This lovely, runnable, single-track trail through the forest is especially enchanting in the Fall, with the Aspens at the height of their color. You can’t beat the splendid reward of this shortie
Make a day of it; check out the beautiful grounds of the Sundance Resort, grab a bite, and browse the shops.
Turns out Stewart Falls is just as splendid in the summer. In fact, with the snow melt, it really rushes and mists, and you may get to see additional falls!
Getting there: The trail begins at the Aspen Grove Trailhead parking lot. The entrance fee is $10 or free with a National Park Pass. This lot fills early, and they do ticket cars along the street. Pay close attention to the “No Parking” signs; they’re easy to miss.
Happy Trails!
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