Mina darland pine hollow9/28/2023 ![]() You know you are close when you hike through the first “rocky” section (its a stretch to even call it that). You could also use a bandana, dog pack, or bell on your dog. Because he blends in and looks like a Deer, this jacket provides plenty of visibility for hunters. That is one of the reasons Charlie has his Ruffwear Track Jacket on – we passed several hunters on this trail bow hunting Elk. Towards the top of the Mud Springs Trail we spooked a huge Bull elk! Keep an eye & ear out for wildlife, and if you have a dog, have a leash handy. If you continue following Ridge Trail 157 it will take you over to Mill Canyon Peak area. You’ll also come to another trail split – stay on the Mud Springs Trail from this point on. You’ll hike through several more meadows. Playing around at the Pine Hollow meadow! This is one of my favorite sections of the trail.Ĭontinue following the trail as it starts to curve West. If you hike up from the Pine Hollow TH, you’ll also end up here and will turn left. Next trail split – stay straight following Ridge Trail 157/Mud Springs Trail. You’ll drop down into a meadow, and pass a small campsite on your left. In the first 10-15 minutes of the hike, if you look back, you should already have an awesome view of the North side of the Timpanogos basin.įirst trail split – stay left following Ridge Trail 157/Pine Hollow Trail. You’ll hike above the road for a little bit, through a mix of small brush and Aspens. The trail starts from mile 17.5 at the small pull out on the North side of the Alpine Loop Road. $6 for a 3 day pass or FREE if you have an annual National Park Pass or annual American Fork Canyon pass. In Winter months you can start this hike from the Pine Hollow TH, where the winter gate is.įees/Permits: There is no permit, but there is a fee for accessing American Fork Canyon. Also keep in mind that the Alpine Loop Road is only open during the summer months until October 31st or whenever the first snow arrives. The trail starts in the NW corner off the road. There are no signs for the trail, but there is enough parking for 3-4 cars. As soon as you see mile marker 17 (coming from the West entrance), park exactly at 17.5, at the sharp right turn along the Alpine Loop Road. Use this map, if you are driving from the south such as Provo. Use this map, if you are driving from SLC. Dogs are allowed off leash but there is no water so bring enough for your pal. If you have some extra time, you can bag Pine Hollow Peak, but the views are covered by trees. ![]() This trail is very gentle, passes several meadows, and finally reaches the Pine Hollow Overlook. However, I hiked this when the road was still open, so I started at mile marker 17.5 off the road. The best starting point in Winter would be the Pine Hollow TH, since it would be the shortest route since the road closes during winter. There are several access points for the overlook – the official Pine Hollow Trailhead, Tibble Fork Reservoir (the longest route), the Salamander Flat Campground, the Summit Trailhead, or how I did this, was via the Alpine Loop Road. ![]() It’s a perfect hike in Fall because you pass several meadows and Aspen groves that showcase their Fall colors, plus the temperatures are cooler.
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