Hiking The Wasatch

by John Veranth

Few places offer the hiking opportunities available right here in the Wasatch. Hundreds of miles of trails and three Wilderness Areas are within a few minutes’ drive of Salt Lake City. John Veranth has hiked all these trails and has written a comprehensive guidebook with hiking suggestions arranged by season and difficulty.

Beginners will find detailed descriptions of easy hikes on well-maintained trails. Challenging routes to seldom-visited cirques and summits are suggested for the expert.

Maps, photos, and line drawings accompany the trail descriptions. Data tables list distances and hiking times. The geology, native plants, human history, and contemporary issues are discussed to aid in understanding these wonderful mountains. 

Genres: Travel, Reference, Nonfiction, Nature

224 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 1988

Reviews

[Mike · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book on trails in Utah, specialized in Salt Lake County great description and trail reviews along with helpful advice.

[Andy · Rating 5 out of 5]

It's be nice if he updated this but still the trail descriptions/maps/photos are incredibly helpful. I've gone on many a hike with a photocopies page of this one in my pocket.

[Rachael Hodson (still skiing) · Rating 5 out of 5]

One day I will have every hike marked with a big red check.

[Shane · Rating 3 out of 5]

Informative, if a bit lacking in personality. I'd recommend this book to those interested in the subject matter.

[Jennifer Johnson · Rating 4 out of 5]

This guide served me well at the beginning of my love affair with the Wasatch Front.