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An alpine run in the shadow of 12,000+ ft. peaks Mt. "Tuk" and Mt. Peale.


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17.0

Miles

27.4

KM

80%

Runnable

10,673' 3,253 m

High

8,589' 2,618 m

Low

3,987' 1,215 m

Up

3,988' 1,215 m

Down

9%

Avg Grade (5°)

58%

Max Grade (30°)

Dogs No Dogs

Features Fall Colors · Lake · River/Creek · Spring · Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife

Check with the Manti-La Sal National Forest Service office in Moab for road or trail closures.

Overview

A beautiful 16-mile loop in beautiful aspen groves and wildflower-filled high mountain meadows.

Need to Know

Be prepared for changing weather conditions in the mountains. Sudden thunderstorms are common in the summer.

Description

This run begins at La Sal Pass parking area. Face the two mountains and head out to the right on the Burlfriends Trail #88. The Burlfriends Trail is a sweet singletrack trail that winds through thickly forested stands of aspens. The familiar "quaky" sounds of the aspens are unmistakable even in a light breeze. The trail ends back at La Sal Pass Road (FS #0073) where you cross the road to access the South Mountains Trail.

The South Mountain Trail skirts around the 11,000+ ft. South Mountain, again providing runners with beautiful views of high mountain valleys and patches of snow that last all summer. The terrain is mostly high mountain meadow singletrack with some rocky technical sections above the tree line (10,500+ ft).

Stay on the South Mountain Trail until it intersects with La Sal Pass Road (FS #0073). Turn right on the road and climb back to where you began at La Sal Pass.

Flora & Fauna

Large groves of aspen trees. Wildflowers abound in the summer, and fall colors are amazing. You might see mule deer, elk, or black bear as well as smaller game.

History & Background

The La Sal mountains and surrounding areas are rich in historical significance. There are amazing geologic formations, dinosaur fossils, cave and rock drawings, and remnants of the American settlers to the region. Search Emery County, Utah for more information.

Shared By:

Victor Mariano

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You'll wind through several beautiful Aspen groves along the trail.
Aug 30, 2017 near Moab, UT
Aspen singletrack
Aug 12, 2019 near Moab, UT
Views from south side of S. Mt
Aug 12, 2019 near Moab, UT
Avalanche debris
Aug 12, 2019 near Moab, UT
Near Burlfriends Trail #88.
Mar 14, 2018 near Moab, UT
Turn around point of the Burlfriends Trail.
Aug 30, 2017 near Moab, UT

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