State: Utah
Location: Wasatch-Cache National Forest
Length, One-Way: 3.2 miles
Trail Type: Out and Back
Maximum Elevation: 9979 feet
Elevation Change: 1920 feet
Best Season: Summer, Fall
Difficulty: Difficult
Usage: Moderate
Bryce Canyon Utah
Trail Information
Naomi Peak (el. 9,979 feet) stands higher than any other peak in the Bear River Mountains of northern Utah and southern Idaho. While the Bear River Mountains are not very high for this part of the country, these mountains are extremely rugged and the views from the top of Naomi Peak are simply outstanding. The trail to Naomi Peak heads through spectacular meadows of wildflowers which are at their peak in July and August. The summit offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding peaks and of Cache Valley.
From the trailhead at Tony Grove Lake, the trail to White Pine Lake and Naomi Peak follow the same path. The trail climbs gently for just under a quarter mile before coming to a fork. At this junction, a sign points west to Naomi Peak. After this junction, the Naomi Peak Trail begins to gain serious altitude and eventually breaks out into open meadows. At 1.25 miles, the trail reaches a rocky ledge overlooking a subalpine basin. The trail continues to a saddle, then up a rocky ridge where, after about two miles, the summit of Naomi Peak appears. The trees here are stunted by the harsh conditions.
After about three miles of hiking, the Naomi Peak Trail tops out at the divide of the Bear River Range, a sign marks the boundary of the Mount Naomi Wilderness. Naomi Peak is not far to the north. The path to the summit is not obvious but does reach the summit. In most circumstances, the route to the summit is easy see, even if the trail is not. As with all “highest points,” the rewards of being there are more than worth the effort required.
Directions
From Logan:
Take U. S. Highway 89 east for about 20 miles up Logan Canyon to the Tony Grove Campground turnoff. Turn west and head up the road for about seven miles to a parking place at the trailhead to White Pine Lake.
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