Some of my online hiking projects:
Daily Herald Articles
Articles I wrote for the Daily Herald:
Deseret Peak: An unknown west-desert gem - published 10/3/14
The high point of the Stansbury range, west of Salt Lake valley, provides a wonderful adventure with year-round opportunities.
The high point of the Stansbury range, west of Salt Lake valley, provides a wonderful adventure with year-round opportunities.
The Twin Gems of Mill Creek Canyon: Mt. Raymond and Gobblers Knob - published 9/19/14
These two peaks are often climbed from Big Cottonwood Canyon, but the Mill Creek Canyon route is delightful as well.
These two peaks are often climbed from Big Cottonwood Canyon, but the Mill Creek Canyon route is delightful as well.
American Fork Twin Peaks: A delightful cluster of some of the Wasatch’s highest summits - published 9/5/14
There are four peaks in the Twin Peaks cluster. The route from American Fork canyon is highlighted.
There are four peaks in the Twin Peaks cluster. The route from American Fork canyon is highlighted.
Lone Peak: Remote monolith oversees two valleys - published 8/22/14
Lone Peak stands as a sentinel between Salt Lake and Utah valleys, at an elevation of 11,253 feet; the Jacob's Ladder and other routes are described.
Lone Peak stands as a sentinel between Salt Lake and Utah valleys, at an elevation of 11,253 feet; the Jacob's Ladder and other routes are described.
Provo Peak: The city’s hidden namesake - published 8/8/14
A short but very steep climb of the highest mountain east of Provo, hidden behind Y Mountain.
A short but very steep climb of the highest mountain east of Provo, hidden behind Y Mountain.
Mount Nebo: The Triple Crown of the Wasatch Range - published 7/25/14
The highest peak of the Wasatch beckons from the southern end of Utah County.
The highest peak of the Wasatch beckons from the southern end of Utah County.
Pfeifferhorn - Utah's own 'Little Matterhorn' - published 7/11/14
Challenging hike to one of the most iconic and rewarding summits of the Wasatch range.
Challenging hike to one of the most iconic and rewarding summits of the Wasatch range.
South Utah Valley’s hiking secret: Loafer Mountain and Santaquin Peak - published 6/27/14
Pleasant hike with 3,100-foot elevation gain in 5.7 miles one way.
Pleasant hike with 3,100-foot elevation gain in 5.7 miles one way.
Mount Olympus - Sentinel of Salt Lake Valley - published 6/6/14
A challenging 7.5-mile hike to a great peak on the eastern edge of Salt Lake City.
A challenging 7.5-mile hike to a great peak on the eastern edge of Salt Lake City.
Horsetail Falls - Alpine's Hidden Cascade - published 5/23/14
A 2-mile hike to a waterfall that rivals any in the valley!
A 2-mile hike to a waterfall that rivals any in the valley!
Above and beyond the "Y" - published 5/9/14
Don't stop at the "Y" — go on to the mountain summit 3000' above the trailhead!
Don't stop at the "Y" — go on to the mountain summit 3000' above the trailhead!
Exploring a Hidden Valley - published 4/25/14
The delightful loop hike up Grove Creek and down Battle Creek Canyons
The delightful loop hike up Grove Creek and down Battle Creek Canyons
Popular Y trail leads to iconic symbol of the valley - published 4/4/14
The short but challenging hike to the "Y" above BYU
The short but challenging hike to the "Y" above BYU
Other articles in the series, written by Tina Crowder, that I contributed content or photos to:
Warming up to cold weather hiking - 10/10/14
Winter hiking tips and options for the Wasatch
Winter hiking tips and options for the Wasatch
Discover the beauty of Solitude - 9/26/14
Silver Lake and Mt. Millicent, near Solitude Ski resort
Silver Lake and Mt. Millicent, near Solitude Ski resort
The hills are alive at Julie Andrews Meadow - 9/12/14
Nestled up against the east flank of the Timpanogos Range is a large meadow that gives you a spectacular view of the surrounding mountains.
Nestled up against the east flank of the Timpanogos Range is a large meadow that gives you a spectacular view of the surrounding mountains.
TO THE TOP: Orem man summits Mt. Timpanogos more than 650 times - 9/10/14
The story of Ben Woolsey, who has summited Timp more than any man alive - over 650 times as of this writing!
The story of Ben Woolsey, who has summited Timp more than any man alive - over 650 times as of this writing!
Bald Mountain: A Quick Uinta Summit - 8/29/14
A quick and easy climb to a peak in the western Uinta Range that is higher than any Wasatch peak.
A quick and easy climb to a peak in the western Uinta Range that is higher than any Wasatch peak.
Utah's not-so-secret Cecret Lake - 8/15/14
The Albion Basin, one of the most scenic spots on the Wasatch Front, is home to a number of beautiful hiking trails including the one to Cecret Lake.
The Albion Basin, one of the most scenic spots on the Wasatch Front, is home to a number of beautiful hiking trails including the one to Cecret Lake.
Mill Canyon Peak: Views from the "Back" of the Wasatch Front - 8/01/14
Situated east of the Timpanogos Range and south of the Little Cottonwood Ridge, overlooking Heber Valley, is a peak that stands by itself.
Situated east of the Timpanogos Range and south of the Little Cottonwood Ridge, overlooking Heber Valley, is a peak that stands by itself.
Sunset Peak: Where the canyons meet - 7/04/14
If you aren't quite ready for something long and steep like Mt. Timpanogos or Mt. Nebo, then try out Sunset Peak.
If you aren't quite ready for something long and steep like Mt. Timpanogos or Mt. Nebo, then try out Sunset Peak.
Buffalo Peak: A child-friendly summit - 6/13/14
There are few places in Utah Valley where you can drive to a trailhead, summit a peak with spectacular views, and be back home in under three hours.
There are few places in Utah Valley where you can drive to a trailhead, summit a peak with spectacular views, and be back home in under three hours.
The Tibble Fork Trail: 50 Shades of Green - 5/30/14
An enjoyable family-friendly hike with beautiful spring color
An enjoyable family-friendly hike with beautiful spring color
Pine Hollow - Family-friendly forest fun - 5/16/14
An all-season option high in American Fork Canyon
An all-season option high in American Fork Canyon
Big Baldy: In Timp's Shadow - 5/2/14
The peak in front of Timpanogos; a good training climb
The peak in front of Timpanogos; a good training climb
Training and techniques for better hiking - published 4/18/14
Tips from a seasoned veteran...
Tips from a seasoned veteran...
Notch Peak - Utah's equivalent of El Capitan - published 4/11/14
The second-highest vertical cliff in the US!
The second-highest vertical cliff in the US!
Winter climbing: Hiking the Timpanogos Snow Slide - published 3/28/14
Exploring the snowslide off the southwest face of Timpanogos
Exploring the snowslide off the southwest face of Timpanogos
Squaw Peak: A Climb for All Seasons - published 3/21/14
Hike to the distictive rocky crag above the Provo Temple
Hike to the distictive rocky crag above the Provo Temple