Mendon Peak/Scout Peak via Deep Canyon (Wellsville Mountain Wilderness Trail)

Stats

Length:	6.00 miles
Difficulty:	Strenuous
Estimated Hike Time:	2-3 Hours
Trail Type:	Out and Back
Elevation Low:	5,408 feet
Elevation High:	8,766 feet
Total Elevation Gain:	3,358 feet
Optimal Season:	Mid Spring to Mid Fall
Best Access Point:	Logan

Summary

A moderate hike through a portion of the Wellsville Mountains that will give you spectacular views of the Cache Valley, Idaho, and the Great Salt Lake.

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Overview

Mendon Peak and Scout Peak are a part of the Wellsville Mountains which have been described as the steepest mountains in the world! Luckily, this route is one of the few accessible trails to this mountain range with Mendon Peak being one of the northern most peaks and arguably some of the best views in the range.

Directions

gps coordinates of trailhead:

41.713569, -112.016755

Trail Information

This hike can be broken down into 2 segments: Deep Canyon, and the Ridge and Peaks.

Deep Canyon: From the trailhead you will follow the trail from the valley floor passing by some farmer's fields. You will then start to walk through scrub maple with the canyon walls quickly rising up on both sides. As you climb the trees will go from maple to aspen and ash. The canyon will eventually open up and you will zigzag up to the top of the ridge. You will have an elevation gain of about 2700 feet from the trailhead to the ridge.

Ridge and Peak: After summiting the ridge you will see the trail going north and south along the mountain ridge. From the ridge, you will also start to see the amazing views from around the state, mostly toward the west as you look over the Great Salt Lake. You will follow the trail which will follow the ridge for the most part. There are two peaks on this part of the trail, Mendon Peak, and Scout Peak. Each peak will have a side trail to take which is totally worth it if you have time. This part of the trail will be the easiest part so enjoy the views. On the Peaks you will see Idaho and the wide turn of the Bear River flowing into the Great Salt Lake.

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Posted By: Adam Gilbert

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