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About This Event
Craving alpine lakes, fresh mountain air, and a day on the trail with an incredible group of women? Join us WHS Co-Founder, Cindy Vance, on a scenic hike to one of the Wasatch’s most beautiful high-alpine lakes.
We’ll make our way through shaded forest and steady climbs as we head toward Desolation Lake, where wide-open views and crisp mountain air are waiting. It’s the kind of trail that challenges you just enough and rewards you even more.
At the lake, we’ll take time to relax, refuel, and soak it all in… because the best part of the hike is slowing down and enjoying where you are (and who you’re with).
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TRAIL RATING: Moderate (1,988 feet of elevation gain)
LENGTH: 8.3 mile RT
CARPOOLING: Watch for an email from admin@winehikiingsociety.com about 5–7 days before the event, which will include a link to join a private WhatsApp chat for carpool coordination and last-minute event updates.
ALLTRAILS LINK: Desolation Lake via Mill D North Fork and Desolation Trail
GEAR:
- The Ten Essentials
- Items on the Day Hike Packing List
- Proper clothing / layers for weather & hiking conditions
- Proper footwear
- Rain Jacket
- Water and trail snacks
- Something lightweight to sit on while we stop to eat and drink (i.e., a backpacking chair, rain jacket, plastic bag, etc.)
- Hiking poles (optional but recommended)
Big Cottonwood Canyon it a watershed area and dogs are not allowed. Please leave your four-legged friends at home for this one.
Happy Hour Beverage (recommended for event): Mimosa
ALCOHOL NOT INCLUDED
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Date / Time
- July 19, 2026 - July 19, 2026
- 8:00 am - 2:00 pm MDT
Organizer
WHS Co-Founder Cindy Vance

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