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Most other factors of the hike deserve two stars. Also, this is actually 8.4 miles roundtrip unless you have a 4x4 to get to the trailhead marked on AllTrails. Also, this is actually 8.4 miles roundtrip unless you have a 4x4 to get to the trailhead marked on AllTrails. A couple miles of that were on the ATV road at the beginning. Such an amazing view, however, the hike was a struggle primarily due to number the rattlesnakes my friends and I encountered. We also learned the hard way that the trail gets a little faint as you go up the ridge to thurston. The trail is overgrown so wear pants as I wasn’t prepared for the amount of sticks my legs encountered. At the top of the canyon take the road to the left that leads you to the base of Mt. The hike begins near the base of Mt Francis. Yeah right. Upload your photo by clicking the “ Yes! The Morgan Valley is clearly visible to the east from the summit. My first hike to this peak was along the easiest route – approximately 3.5 miles north along the summit ridge from Francis Peak. Best to go around it than over it to avoid radiation exposure. We had several options, but decided to hike Thurston. Thurston Peak from Mapcarta, the free map. Verify my picture ” button on the left hand side bar. At 9706 feet in elevation, it's respectable, but not terribly high just the same. No shade during the entire hike, lots of water is a must. First of all, there’s no actual parking at the “trailhead” so just park up at the Francis Station. To do a Radius Search around a peak, do a "Peak/Range Search" first, and the results will have a "Radius Search" link for every returned peak. Didn’t see a single person the whole time and was about 20 degrees cooler than the valley. It was very hot with little shade and the snakes seemed to agree because most of the ones we saw were at the edge of the remaining snow. Bring a lot of water and reapply sunscreen often. The first 1.5 miles or so is an ATV or dirt bike road so just be prepared for them. September 4, 2013 professorontherun Comments 0 Comment. A couple miles of that were on the ATV road at the beginning. From August 2017. BGN Page Elevation : 9,540' UT Rank : 547 UT Prominence Rank : 1436 Counties : Davis & Morgan Quad : Peterson. The hike itself is really easy, and you can't get lost. The views on this trail deserve five stars. However, because the National Guard was already using a temporary facility at Francis Peak, that became the logical, joint location. Monte Cristo. So I average to three stars. We could always see the peak though so we always knew what general direction to head. Thurston Peak is a mountain in Utah and has an elevation of 9692 feet. Otherwise plan on parking at the golfball radar towers at Francis Peak. Trek Challenge: Prove that you have been to the top of Francis Peak! They don't want to be bothered and will generally avoid you. This route follows a section of the Great Western Trail from the base of Mount Francis to the base of Mount Thurston. From the base of Francis Peak, hike north on the road/ATV trail. In early September 2013, my next door neighbor and I went shoe shopping for me. Les chiens sont les bienvenus sur ce sentier mais seulement en laisse. Both offer panoramic views of the area and a nice challenge to all adventurers. Although it's dog friendly, I would think twice (or maybe more) about it. UT. Hiking info, trail maps, and 14 trip reports from Thurston Peak (9,706 ft) in the Wasatch Range of Utah. I was 1 of 5 cars parked there on 11 on a Saturday so it’s definitely not crowded. - The trail is very secluded with almost no other people on it. The first time Jim and I planned to hike Thurston, we got as far as the gate in Farmington Canyon. If you have a high clearance vehicle you may drive 1.8 more miles further along a poorly maintained mountain road. To get to Thurston, the easiest approach is from Francis Peak, north just a bit along the ridge line. Fun hike with beautiful views of the Great Salt Lake the entire way. Approximately 1/2 mile before you reach the summit you will leave the main trail and scramble along a poorly defined trail to the top. Francis Peak is known to almost any resident in Davis County. An Adventure Projects staff member will review this and take an appropriate action, but we generally don't reply. Thurston Peak via Francis Peak Road is a 12.2 kilometer lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Farmington, Utah that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. BGN Page Elevation : 9,540' UT Rank : 547 UT Prominence Rank : 1436 Counties : Davis & Morgan Quad : Peterson. To get to Thurston, the easiest approach is from Francis Peak, north just a bit along the ridge line. Thurston is the highest peak in Davis and Morgan counties, and was unnamed until the early 1990's. Most people think Francis Peak, home to the radar domes, is the highest point in Davis County. - The drive up to the trailhead is on a pretty long, narrow dirt road. The trailhead (just north of the radar towers at Francis peak) takes some work getting to, which will be half the fun on this hike. THURSTON PEAK / 9,706 / Davis and Morgan Counties / 8.9.14. The first 1.5 miles or so is an ATV or dirt bike road so just be prepared for them. Loved it! Ogden Ranger District 507 25th Street, Suite 103, Ogden, Utah 84401; 801-625-511. Make sure you got a decent tank of gas and ideally have a high clearance vehicle. 15 mile trip. Layton Peak,” 9,571. So, I just changed destinations. It was closed. Saw several within a half hour. Got closer on a hike to Thurston Peak. It is a moderate hike with great vistas the entire time. Windy and cold in mid October but still fun and worth the time. Follow it all the way past Peak 9491 to the saddle just south of Thurston Peak. We drove up Farmington Canyon to Francis Peak. Hiking in Utah, Grandview Peak, Francis Peak Radar Station, Moon. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/utah/thurston-peak-via-francis-peak-road There was still snow in some places along the way but very avoidable. Beyond that, you reach a fork. Francis Peak is the peak with the large … Otherwise plan on parking at the golfball radar towers at Francis Peak. To the South you can see all the way into Salt Lake City and to the West is the Great Salt Lake. I usually will do this hike after and before they close the gate every year. Thurston Peak appears to have three approaches. From the base of Francis Peak, hike north on the road/ATV trail. Some good news, though, we didn't see any rattlesnakes! Actually, the highest point is Thurston Peak, which towers above the east side of Layton. After following the trail about 1/2 a mile from the saddle, I left it to climb the south ridge of Thurston Peak. Make sure you got a decent tank of gas and ideally have a high clearance vehicle. In early September 2013, my next door neighbor and I went shoe shopping for me. Be careful, my buddy almost stepped on one. The drive up Farmington Canyon is an adventure in itself and is not for anyone squeamish with heights, and this includes passengers! When I called to see when it might be open again, I was told it would be closed indefinitely. Francis. Fun and easy way to bag a county high point and a good longer hike for people wanting to do something more advanced with some length. The trail is actually a small part of the Great Western Trail. It is the prominent peak with the two huge golf ball like radar stations on it's summit. Now go to the description for GWT: I-84 to Francis Peak. Breezy and nice - much cooler than in the valley. Morgan County’s 5 tallest named peaks: 1. September 4, 2013 professorontherun Comments 0 Comment. Thurston Peak NHN Elevation: 9706 ft/2958 m NHN Location: USA-UT Peak to NHN Bearing: 349° (NNW) NHN Distance: 3.45 mi / 5.56 km: ILP/NHN Differences: Compared to ILP, NHN Peak is: 0.08 mi / 0.14 km further away 186 ft / 56 m higher. Francis Peak. Around Point 9381, the road becomes a trail. - The drive up to the trailhead is on a pretty long, narrow dirt road. There’s more trail beyond too so could make this even longer if desired. Francis Peak at ListsOfJohn.com Weather and Snow National Weather Service Forecast NOAA Snow Depth Map Ascent Info Total successful ascents logged by registered Peakbagger.com users: 90 Show all viewable ascents/attempts (Total: 89) Selected Trip Reports from this site: September 4, 2013 professorontherun Comments 0 Comment. Very nice hike a long ridge. Around Point 9381, the road becomes a trail. Maggie and Mollie are unofficial names coined by a local geocacher. So I average to three stars. The second takes a steep and direct trail up Thurston Peak's west ridge, but has apparently been mostly reclaimed by nature. Going right takes you to the Smith Creek Lakes (there are 3 of them.) I clocked 10 miles on the dot RT. @saltlaketrailrunner. Go left, taking other lefts along the way. Most people will probably know this mountain as Francis Peak with the big white domes on the summit but Thurston is the highest point of Francis Peak … Then continues north. Some ups and downs along the peaks, not too steep. I was pretty beat when I was done. At 9,706ft, Thurston Peak is the highest point in two counties: Davis and Morgan. Haha. Having gotten a look at the ridge line, however, I’m thinking that hike is no cakewalk. If you do decide to hike Thurston Peak, please be careful! A summer of hiking across Davis County leads to the County’s highest point: Thurston Peak! Gorgeous run/hike along ridgeline. Yeah right. No shade during the entire hike, lots of water is a must. Hahaha. Take a selfie or picture of yourself at the top of Francis Peak. A few observations: - My phone clocked the total hike at 9.7 miles. Some ups and downs along the peaks, not too steep. All three lakes are fairly big for a high alpine lake, and each lake had at least one campsite. We even saw a couple venture out onto the snow itself which was a first for all of us. Thurston Peak lies to the north of Francis Peak, site of an air radar installation. [Photos:] MR0699 FRANCIS PK FAA RADAR DOME Francis Peak with the radar units on the middle peak in the distance. Back on the Trails, Francis Peak to Thurston Peak, New Shoes Back on the Trails, Francis Peak to Thurston Peak, New Shoes. © 2020 AllTrails, Inc. Tous droits réservés. There is no shade and it’s pretty dusty... it’s ok. You just kind of look down at Farmington the whole time, the summit doesn’t afford an extra spectacular view. The Easy Way: Drive up, claim it, press on to Thurston Peak .This route is a 10.8 mile drive up Farmington Canyon on the dirt road followed by a .3 mile walk up past the gate. @saltlaketrailrunner. Overlooking the wintery valley below. Coords : 41.0329°N, 111.8384°W Notice. During early summer you will enjoy green alpine meadows and wild flowers everywhere. I clocked 10 miles on the dot RT. The trail is primarily used for hiking and running and is best used from June until October. Our first objective was to climb Francis Peak to get to the trail leading to Thurston Peak. Francis. Such an amazing view, however, the hike was a struggle primarily due to number the rattlesnakes my friends and I encountered. Having gotten a look at the ridge line, however, I’m thinking that hike is no cakewalk. Routes: There are generally three ways to get to Francis Peak, the easy way, the hard way and the long way. Very nice hike a long ridge. Bountiful Peak, 9,259. The road ends about a mile in, the rest of the way to Thurston Peak is a small trail. Go left, taking other lefts along the way. Route finding and navigation weren't much of an issue even with snow. Coords : 41.0329°N, 111.8384°W Notice. Kaysville East Mountain Wilderness Park Trail, Farmington Creek Trail: Upper Canyon Section, East Mountain Wilderness Park to Adam's Canyon, Webb Canyon from East Mountain Wilderness Park, Flag Rock from Farmington Canyon Road Loop. Thurston Peak is an 8.5-mile intermediate-level trail that is great for experienced hikers or those looking for an all-day adventure. Francis Peak . September 4, 2013 professorontherun Comments 0 Comment. The first time Jim and I planned to hike Thurston, we got as far as the gate in Farmington Canyon. - My phone clocked the total hike at 9.7 miles. THURSTON PEAK / 9,706 / Davis and Morgan Counties / 8.9.14. Back on the Trails, Francis Peak to Thurston Peak, New Shoes Back on the Trails, Francis Peak to Thurston Peak, New Shoes. Although most of the attention is focused on it's southern neighbor Francis Peak, Thurston is the highest peak on "Farmington Ridge", the high, narrow ridge that seperates Davis and Morgan counties. Thurston Peak is the highpoint of both Davis and Morgan counties and offers a relatively easy highpoint near ... Francis Peak, it comes to a junction. The plaque being all the way up there is pretty interesting though. Note: Thurston Peak was named in the 1990's after Thomas Jefferson Thurston, a Mormon pioneer that helped settle the Morgan area in the 1850's. At 9,706ft, Thurston Peak is the highest point in two counties: Davis and Morgan. Road? Francis is notable for the giant FAA radar domes. 8 miles tunred into 10 miles on my trip to teh Davis and Morgan county high poing. Fun hike with beautiful views of the Great Salt Lake the entire way. it didn't give classic "rattle" warning. Didn’t see a single person the whole time and was about 20 degrees cooler than the valley. Bring plenty of water, snacks, lunch, sunscreen, and a hat. The peak offers a variety of good hikes and climbs also. Great hike, some snow to go around but doable if you can keep your eye on the trail. In early September 2013, my next door neighbor and I went shoe shopping for me. Some good news, though, we didn't see any rattlesnakes! - I would rate this hike as a “hard” not a “moderate”. Looking north to Francis Peak 9,547.The Francis Peak Radar Stati. Route finding and navigation weren't much of an issue even with snow. Continuing on the GWT, you'll eventually reach Francis Peak. it took us about 6 hours since we parked at the base of where francis radar towers gates were closed. Gorgeous run/hike along ridgeline. Great hike with great views. The cure to a cold Friday night in January: make a really long video with footage from last summer. Francis is notable for the giant FAA radar domes. The drive can be made in most vehicles, however, 11.5 of the 13 miles is on dirt road without guardrails. Then continues north. The trail is actually a small part of the Great Western Trail. Looking north toward the Francis Peak Radar Station and Thurston. Having gotten a look at the ridge line, however, I’m thinking that hike is no cakewalk. Be prepared with sunscreen and nice hat. Windy and cold in mid October but still fun and worth the time. Turn east on 600 North then turn north on 100 East (Skyline drive) follow this road up Farmington canyon 13 miles. Rolling hills as mentioned, with just a steep section at the end but doesn’t take long. But we felt a little bit lost at times. Thurston Peak Loop via Great Western and Bonneville Shoreline Trails is a 12.1 mile lightly trafficked loop trail located near Layton, Utah that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as difficult. The last little part of the trail does break off and it’s not really noticeable even with the cairns so just put attention to your all trails, but don’t follow the red marking on it follow the black dotted line as that is the actual trail. They don't want to be bothered and will generally avoid you. Kaysville East Mountain Wilderness Park Trail, Farmington Creek Trail: Upper Canyon Section, East Mountain Wilderness Park to Adam's Canyon, Webb Canyon from East Mountain Wilderness Park, Flag Rock from Farmington Canyon Road Loop, Achetez Pro pour ceux qui vous sont chers. The road is suited best for a truck or SUV and careful driving. Great hike with great views. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. 2. Sat, Jul 27, 2019, 8:00 AM: Questions? At 9,706 feet elevation, Thurston Peak is the highest point along the Farmington Ridge, which separates Davis and Morgan Counties in Utah. To the South you can see all the way into Salt Lake City and to the West is the Great Salt Lake. A marker on the summit has the history. I called up a … A summer of hiking across Davis County leads to the County’s highest point: Thurston Peak! And the views really are spectacular. Saw several within a half hour. The plaque being all the way up there is pretty interesting though. few small snow fields on the trail that are easy to cross or go around. had a great time hiking this with my brother. After that it’s a breeze to the summit. Haha. I usually will do this hike after and before they close the gate every year. The alternative from the valley below is about the same distance from Bair Canyon, Fernwood picnic area or up the slope of Hobbs Canyon on the north. it didn't give classic "rattle" warning. 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