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About This Event
Chase alpine magic on this stunning hike to Silver Glance Lake in American Fork Canyon!
We’ll climb through wildflower-filled meadows and past a sparkling waterfall to a tucked-away glacial lake—perfect for a mid-hike snack and soul reset.
TRAIL RATING: Hard (2,358 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: 5.9 miles RT
CARPOOLING: CARPOOLING: Watch for an email from utahcounty.whs@gmail.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: Silver Glance Lake
GEAR:
- The Ten Essentials
- Proper clothing / layers for late summer weather and hiking conditions
- Headlamp
- Proper footwear
- 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)
Your four-legged friends are welcome on this hike as long as they are friendly toward other dogs and humans.
Happy Hour Beverage (recommended for event): Spiked Coffee
ALCOHOL NOT INCLUDED
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Date / Time
- August 9, 2025 - August 9, 2025
- 7:00 am - 12:00 pm MDT
Organizer
WHS Ambassador Amanda Lillie

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