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Lake Blanche Trail - Backcountry Camp
Lake Blanche Trail - Backcountry Camp is located in the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, featuring rugged terrain with mountain views. Temperatures can range from 30°F in winter to 80°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the scenic Lake Blanche and hiking trails that offer opportunities for exploration and wildlife observation.
Description
USDA Forest Service
Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
Salt Lake City Watershed Restrictions apply and are strictly enforced. Backcountry camping is not permitted within 200 ft of any open water (lakes, streams, etc). Pets are not allowed at all (not even in your car!). Swimming is not allowed in lakes or streams. Visitors must carry out everything they bring in, including food scraps and fruit peels. Follow general ""Leave No Trace"" guidelines for disposal of human waste. Pollution of any kind will not be accepted. Watershed regulations are enforced by the Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office, the Salt Lake City Water Department, the Salt Lake City - County Health Department, the US Forest Service, and the Alta Marshal's Office. Violations constitute a Class ""B"" misdemeanor and in most cases a citation is issued to violators. Wilderness: This trail enters a designated wilderness area, special regulations apply including limiting group sizes to 10 or less, no mechanized use (including Mountain Bikes), and using Leave No Trace techniques are recommended. Campfires: Campfires are prohibited within Mill B South Fork Drainage in the Twin peaks Wilderness.
Location
Lake Blanche Trail - Backcountry Camp is located in Utah
Directions
Via Big Cottonwood Canyon Road (7000 South Wasatch Blvd) about 4.3 miles up the canyon to Mill B South Fork Picnic Area just before the ""S"" curve. Turn into picnic area and go left. Trailhead is located at the east end of the picnic area by the outhouse.
Coordinates
40.60634919707237 N
111.69476949006763 W
Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
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Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 50 min from Salt Lake City
- 1 hr 12 min from Provo
- 1 hr 17 min from Ogden
- 2 hrs 1 min from Logan