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    4.3 (16 reviews)

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    Bring kayaks and boards for fun!
    Hannah S.

    A great swim spot for some R&R with friends and family! It's an easy drive from SLC - roughly just over 2 hours. Gorgeous scenery and interesting little side stops along the way! There's a parking area where you have to pay like $30 to enter, but you can park along the street and in other lots for free. Before you get down onto the lake level, you can stop up at the hilltop for an incredible panoramic view of the lake and look out onto Idaho on the other side! We found a perfect shady spot on the beach under a tree to set up chairs and stuff. The water was totally clear the day we visited in early July 2020. The water was nice and cool too which was good bc it was warm outside. The bottom and beach are extremely rocky and they are sharp! So I highly recommend you bring water shoes or it's gonna hurt. We found the people to be courteous and respectful of social distancing for the most part. There are a few picnic tables and such but we didn't use any. I didn't see any restrooms nearby although I believe there are some in the area. But there are also restaurants and businesses nearby as well.

    Debra P.

    This is one of the most beautiful lakes I have ever seen! I kept hearing about how pretty it was but words not pictures do it justice. The view from the rest area & look out above is a must stop! You can see the entire lake! Then when you go down to the lake, I recommend turning left at the T of the road and go down till you get to the beautiful sandy beach. The first part is all rocky and has brush growing in the water but if you go down further, there is a beautiful beach area with restrooms & picnic tables. The water is turquoise blue and crystal clear. Definitely want to return to this place!

    Rachel M.

    Wow this has got to be one of the most incredible lakes I have ever seen. It was stunning as we drove in and I was shocked by how turquoise blue it was. We stopped at the raspberry days, La Beau's and then headed to the north shore beach which we were told was the best. While that beach was the sandiest beach, it was incredibly packed and a little smelly. My sister and I enjoyed the East shore beaches a bit more even though they were more rocky. A lot less crowded, cleaner and more peaceful. I wish that pictures did the lake justice, but is an absolute must visit!

    An easy 2.5 hour drive from Park City, and you'll find this quiet small town with gorgeous turquoise waters where all you can do is relax and recharge. Bear Lake is a beautiful lake on the Utah Idaho border. It is a perfect destination for families. It is still quaint & low key. The lake is large and It's ideal for boating, water skiing, jet skiing & paddle boarding. It has sandy beaches that are ideal for children of all ages. We stayed at Harbor Village Condo, It has extensive views of the turquoise water at Bear lake and Bear lake state Marina. We really appreciated for the free accommodation courtesy of friend's Tvr Utah . Thank you very much ate Tess. How to be you?

    Me and my aunt and cousins went and stayed here for one night and we all loved it the tent was really nice they had amazing customer service we got a fire three times and they never got mad at us the stars were so pretty we all loved them in the morning went went to get breakfast at the restaurant me and my aunt got the French tost we loved them I highly recommend

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    Idahoan beach pleasure. There are also some caves worth checking out in Idaho if that is your sort of thing

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    I have been coming here for years. It's always so nice and beautiful. The beaches can get packed. I wish there could be more space. :/

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    The service was almost as great as the food! Kinnen was our waiter and gave us great service! Would definitely recommend

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    The Great Salt Lake

    The Great Salt Lake

    3.0
    (49 reviews)
    85.5 mi

    Went to Antelope Island and spiral Jetty. both were beautiful and interesting and both had insane…read moreamount of flying bugs ... some biting and some not. flies, gnats, mosquitos, midges ect. I wore long pants though it was 100 degrees and bug spray which helped. We had around 20 flies in our car. Had thoughts of doing more walking around and trying different trails but the bug situation altered those plans. At the Jetty we let the drone do the exploring and we stayed besides the car swatting at bugs. I'm sure it would have been worse getting near the water and out in the brush. At antelope park they were bad at the causeway and everywhere around dusk. will include pics of the front of our car. but this lake is beautiful and great place to use the camera or drone.

    It's an experience to stand down there whether it's full to its limit or the water is receded as it…read morehas recent years. The surprise for some people is the smell of it because it's the things that live in the water and then when they start to decay release a gas that's sort of poopy smelling. But all being sad if you look around, it is the most stunningly beautiful views you'll ever see being done at the lake and taking pictures that blue sky and blue water and white sands and white salt... Lots of white salt. To the to the state park there entry fee was $10 for the car. I felt like my money is worth out of it because it was a unique experience and if you're going to be in the Salt Lake City area, it's worth a drive down to see some of the better parts of the lake. Some can be a long drive like on the way to the northern part of the lake, but you go to the southern part of the lake and it's very close to the airport.

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    The snow is pretty on the lake.
    The snow is pretty on the lake.
    The Great Salt Lake
    Not one boat is in-use anymore. No more three hour tours!

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    Not one boat is in-use anymore. No more three hour tours!
    Twin Lakes Pass

    Twin Lakes Pass

    5.0
    (3 reviews)
    94.5 mi

    The hike from Silver Lake to Twin Lakes is one of our favorites in the Wasatch Mountains! It's…read moreespecially outstanding in the autumn with the spectacular fall colors, but it's also fun in the winter before the Solitude Nordic Center opens. Although Silver Lake is often a zoo, fewer people venture to Twin Lakes, so it's a great escape from the crowds. Remember your Ten Essentials and then get outside and go for an adventure!

    I hiked this trail in the fall and it was beautiful! The trail starts at Silver Lake, which was…read morevery picturesque (although more of a swamp than a lake when I was there). There were multiple photo shoots going on, in addition to a few mooses just off the path. Although I would put myself in the "not very fit" category, I do hike often. I found this hike to be very difficult on my back due to the steepness (but I've had several spinal surgeries, so maybe that's not a typical person's experience here). The hike is 2.3 miles with a 757 foot elevation gain, and I'd say that elevation takes place over just 1.5 miles. The trail can also get quite rocky, so I would highly recommend a hiking pole if you have back, ankle, or knee issues. This trail wasn't busy at all when I visited (late Friday afternoon) and definitely had a huge WOW factor at the top. I explored some of the trails along the lakes and could not find a way that led all the way around. Give yourself enough time to sit and annoy the beautiful scenery and see if you can spot any pikas on the rocks. I'd definitely highly recommend giving this trail a try!

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    Twin Lakes Pass
    Twin Lakes Pass
    Aspens in the fall

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    Aspens in the fall
    Antelope Island State Park

    Antelope Island State Park

    4.3
    (304 reviews)
    70.2 mi

    Look into the construction progress at the visitor's center before you go since that relates to…read moreavailability of potable water. The recommendation is drinking 1L of water per person per hour. I was surprised that this state park has $15 entry per car, but I think it's worth it! I found the restrooms clean. Some roads are dirt while the main parts are paved. The roads are well maintained. The self guided tour of the ranch including original equipment from many decades of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries was informative. Parking is easy next to the ranch. Horses are still there. A marina is onsite, but it appeared quite dried up such that you cannot dock boats on the day I went. Even in the first 20 minutes past the visitor's center, you'll likely see flies, dragonflies, bison, antelopes, birds, and more!

    Absolutely stunning state park north west of the SLC area. only $15 for a vehicle, $5 for a…read moremotorcycle. There is so much to do here! Take in the epic views of the great salt lake from up high, walk along the coastline of the lake. There hiking trails up the mountains. There are bison all over to explore and photograph, as well as tons of species of birds to watch. If you're lucky you'll spot some Antelope or long horn sheep. Saw lots and local bicyclists, I imagine it wpuld be a blast to ride. You can park at the entrance and ride in at a small parking lot. The drive down the eastern coast is spectacular and if you don't mind a dirt road you can continue for a little further to the southern tip. Or stop at the pavement and check out the ranch that's been there for generations. What a cool place, I am so glad I got to visit an check it out. Ext time I'll stay for an extended period in one of the campgrounds!!

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    Fielding Garr Ranch
    Fielding Garr Ranch
    The Rock Wrens we're putting on a fantastic show! Sunset at Buffalo Point Trail - Nov 2022
    The Rock Wrens we're putting on a fantastic show! Sunset at Buffalo Point Trail - Nov 2022
    Mom & son holiday hike selfie!! Top of Buffalo Point Trail - Nov 2022

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    Mom & son holiday hike selfie!! Top of Buffalo Point Trail - Nov 2022
    Brighton Lakes Trail

    Brighton Lakes Trail

    5.0
    (7 reviews)
    93.5 mi

    Strictly speaking, the Brighton Lakes Trail leaves from Brighton resort and goes up to Lake Mary,…read moreLake Martha, and Lake Catherine. There are other lakes in the area, and you can leave from the Solitude Nordic area (Silver Lake) and visit those lakes (Solitude, Twin Lakes), which you might mistake for Brighton Lakes as they are, y'know, lakes around Brighton. But for clarity's sake, this is the trail that takes you right up the ski slope before veering off and climbing up to those three lady lakes. The trail is a popular one, and that means you won't be alone. As a kid, I remember my dad taking us here one Saturday and we had the place to ourselves. Martha has a tiny island and I remember it seeming so big and so far out there... but as an adult I realize it was just my kid brain and kid memory. It's a nice lake, but Mary is the really big body of water up there. As an adult, too, I see that on a Saturday especially you won't have the place to yourself. In fact, these days as many have cancelled their summer vacations and are staying home, you'll need to be on the trail by 7am to have only moderate crowds. If you wait until 9 or 10am it will be a constant stream of people. Parking at Brighton is currently free, but any other hike in the canyon will be totally packed if you wait until after 7am. The trail itself is quite wonderful. You go up the slopes, and then veer off before gradually climbing up to the trees and large rocks. It never gets crazy steep or scary, though if you have to traverse in the snow you might be a little sketched out. It's only a couple of miles, although if you want to push on beyond the lakes you can hike up the ridge and beyond and it adds more miles. There are fish in the lakes, and we saw some kiddos out dunking a worm beneath a bobber. I don't think that's a main draw, but there were some fly fisherman giving it a go, too, so it does attract all kinds. The vast majority, however, are just out to stretch their legs and take in the views. All the hiking warnings apply--be prepared, pack lots of water as it does get hot, even though some of it is in the shade. Wildlife abounds, but give them plenty of space. Enjoy the summer wildflowers. And appreciate the fact that this is practically in your backyard if you live in SLC.

    Are you seeking a longer, but low-challenge hike? Fair amount of shade with a plethora of wildlife?…read moreALL THE WILDFLOWERS if visiting around July? The opportunity to explore SEVEN lakes? Well, you have found your trail! Arriving at 6:30am, we began at Silver Lake, parking in the Brighton Visitor's Center lot, and taking the boardwalk toward the wooded area on the backside of the Lake. From here, you can trek the Lake Solitude Trail on the right to that same named lake, and then return to the Twin Lakes trail, but we went straight to the latter. In the future I'd hit up Lake Solitude, though (it's only a little out of the way), and you should too! As the trail begins, there is a portion bordered by rocks on each side, and little pikas scurried all about! They were not particularly frightened of us, so I got quite close, and they are heartbreakingly adorable. Following that, the incline steepens, but only for a bit, and it is probably the most you'll experience for the entirety of your hike, so it's nice to get it out of the way first thing. When we arrived at Twin Lakes we met a moose crowned by a gigantic rack, so did not really explore that area. He was completely unperturbed by us, and contentedly continued munching his leafy breakfast. The next portion of the trail is mostly wooded, lush, green, and particularly gorgeous. We saw a female moose just as soon as we entered the forested part, and happened upon a dead porcupine (oh, to see a live one in the wild!). The trail is mostly flat as it delivers you to Lake Mary (my favorite!). This is the largest of these bodies of water, but I loved her for the surrounding rocky scenery. You will find silvery schools of fish glinting in the sunlight, translucent emerald water, and myriad varying views as you trek around the lake. Moving onward, the incline increases slightly, but it's nothing major. Lake Martha will shortly appear on your right. She was small, surrounded by grass, and we did not linger too long. It will take a bit more time to arrive at Catherine, but the trail is easy and mostly shaded. When you reach a fork in the trail, take the left (with a sign regarding camping 200 feet from bodies of water) to head straight to Lake Catherine, or take the right (with a "trail" sign) up to the peak. The latter is exposed and a little rocky with a steeper incline. You can continue on that same route to Sunset Peak for a view of all three lakes, but we opted to stop here, admiring the view of Lake Catherine's glittering surface, then heading back, and taking the trail, now on our right, to break at Catherine, my second favorite lake. There were masses of wildflowers, and the water was near luminously clear. As you retrace your steps on the way to the remaining portion of the loop, you are treated to a stunning vista of the previous lakes and mountains beyond, then a wide-spanning view of fields and Dog Lake on your right. Dog Lake, a smaller, marshy spot, looks like a moose's dream hang out, and was our last stop. Following this, the trail is much wider, open, and more crowded. While not bad, it certainly suffered in comparison to the hike previous. In the future, though I would be sad to miss Dog Lake, I would probably skip it and make my return from the sister lakes back toward Silver Lake, but it is also nice not to have to go back the way you came. I just found the congested trail off-putting after previously experiencing all the serenity of nature with little interruption by other people. We started at 6:30am. This hike took us 4 hours, at an easygoing pace and with short breaks at each lake. Including additional wandering/off trail exploration, it ended up a total of 7.3 miles. Speaking of which, the trails are not marked well, in fact, are not marked most of the time. I would recommend utilizing the Alltrails app. We did, and even so still got off track for a bit. TL;DR - Fairly easy hike, especially for one nearing 7 miles. Excellent if you enjoy variety, and as it is a loop with only backtracking through the three sister lakes, there is always something new to see. Expect lots of animals, including moose, pika, chipmunks, ground squirrels, rabbits, butterflies, and birds. Some exposed areas, but more is shaded, with heavily wooded portions. Alltrails app is a must as the trails are poorly marked. Busy at the start and end.

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    Silver lake
    Silver lake
    Brighton Lakes Trail
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    Bear Lake - lakes - Updated June 2026

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