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Saddle Up: Horseback Riding the Wasatch Back

Saddle Up: Horseback Riding the Wasatch Back

Fall, Horseback Riding, Spring, Summer, Wasatch Back, Winter

There’s something timeless and grounding about exploring Utah’s mountains on horseback. The clip-clop of hooves on dusty trails, the scent of pine and sage in the air, and the wide-open views of the Heber Valley remind you to slow down and soak it all in. Horseback...
Paddle boarding at Deer Creek: Wallsburg Day Use 

Paddle boarding at Deer Creek: Wallsburg Day Use 

Summer, Wasatch Back, Water Sports & Boating

Deer Creek Reservoir, located in the picturesque Heber Valley, is a hotspot for outdoor enthusiasts and water sports lovers. While the entire reservoir offers stunning vistas and ample recreation, the Wallsburg Day Use Area on the southeast end is a hidden gem for...
Scaling Heights in Ferguson Canyon: A Climber’s Journey

Scaling Heights in Ferguson Canyon: A Climber’s Journey

Hiking the Wasatch Front, Hiking, Mountaineering, and Backpacking, Summer, Wasatch Front

If you’re a climber craving quartz-monzonite granite, shaded walls, and a friendly local vibe, Ferguson Canyon and especially The Watchtowers should top your bucket list. Just a 15–20 minute hike from the Timberline trailhead, you’ll find a world-class trad and sport...
Rock Climbing at Maple Canyon: A Unique Utah Adventure

Rock Climbing at Maple Canyon: A Unique Utah Adventure

Rock Climbing, Summer

Maple Canyon, located in Central Utah, is a hidden gem for rock climbing enthusiasts. Known for its cobblestone-filled walls and diverse climbing routes, it’s a destination that offers a unique and challenging experience for climbers of all levels. Whether you’re a...
Adventure Guide to Utah’s Wasatch Front Canyons

Adventure Guide to Utah’s Wasatch Front Canyons

Canyoneering, Hiking the Wasatch Front, Hiking, Mountaineering, and Backpacking, Spring, Summer, Wasatch Front

Utah’s Wasatch Front is more than just a backdrop—it’s a four-season playground, especially when spring wildflowers bloom and summer sun warms up the canyons. From Ogden to Spanish Fork, these canyons hold everything from roaring waterfalls and alpine lakes to red...
Top 7 Waterfall Hikes Along the Wasatch Front

Top 7 Waterfall Hikes Along the Wasatch Front

Fall, Hiking the Wasatch Front, Hiking, Mountaineering, and Backpacking, Spring, Summer, Uncategorized, Wasatch Front

Because nothing says spring in Utah like lacing up your boots and chasing waterfalls. If you’re anything like me, the moment the snow starts melting, I’m itching to hit the trails—especially the ones that lead to waterfalls. Just something about that rushing water...
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