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About This Event
It’s wildflower season and the perfect time to hike the 5.5 miles up to Sugarloaf Peak!
We will carpoool in to the Catherine Pass Trailhead and stop at Cecret Lake on the way up and search for salamanders.
Let’s finish off the summer season with another peak! Optional brunch after at Alta.
TRAIL RATING: Hard (1,807 feet of elevation gain) – To join this hard hike, you should be able to average 40-minute miles. While we don’t leave anyone behind, it is important to know your capabilities. That way, you do not put yourself or anyone else in danger. If this hike isn’t for you, no worries! We have lots of awesome hikes that are rated easy and moderate. Search for one here.
LENGTH: 5.4 miles RT
CARPOOLING: Watch for an email from slcounty.whs@gmail.com about 5-7 days before the event for coordination. This email will include a link to join a private WhatsApp chat for carpool coordination and last-minute event updates.
ALLTRAILS LINK: Sugarloaf Peak and Cecret Lake
GEAR:
- The Ten Essentials
- Proper clothing / layers for weather and hiking conditions
- Proper footwear-hiking shoes/boots
- Warm layers
- Rain Jacket
- Hiking Poles
- Water and trail snacks (LOTS of water)
- Something lightweight to sit on while we stop to eat and drink (i.e., a backpacking chair, rain jacket, plastic bag, etc.)
Please leave your four-legged friends at home for this hike.
Happy Hour Beverage (recommended for event): Cold Hard Cider of your choice
ALCOHOL NOT INCLUDED
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Date / Time
- August 21, 2026 - August 21, 2026
- 7:00 am - 2:00 pm MDT
Organizer
WHS Ambassador Cherie Zajdzinski

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