The Cecret Lake trailhead (40.577986, -111.612986) is located
near the Albion Basin Campground at the top of Little Cottonwood Canyon
. To reach the trailhead from I-215 in Salt Lake City: Take Exit 6 for 6200 S/Wasatch Blvd.
Do you have to pay to go to Cecret Lake?
$10 to get to the trailhead via car on the road
. Beautiful hike! Not too difficult and even a little snow!
Can you swim in Cecret Lake Utah?
Swimming in Cecret Lake, Utah, is prohibited
—it’s a protected watershed that provides drinking water to Salt Lake City!
Where is Cecret Lake Utah?
Cecret Lake (pronounced like Secret) is a small alpine lake in
Albion Basin which is within the town limits of Alta in the U.S. state of Utah
. This area is also part of the Wasatch National Forest. Cecret Lake is also a protected watershed for Salt Lake City.
How long is Cecret Lake Hike?
Children will enjoy playing along the shoreline and watching the salamanders swimming in the crystal clear waters of Cecret Lake. Return the way you came. Round trip hiking distance is approximately
2.0 miles
with 440 feet of elevation gain.
Can you take dogs to Cecret Lake?
Once you get to the top of the switchbacks, the lake is right there! You can walk around most of the lake and have your kids look for salamanders. Because the Albion Basin is a watershed area, there is no swimming or wading in the water. Also,
dogs are not allowed in all of Little Cottonwood Canyon
.
What canyon is Cecret Lake in?
Take Little
Cottonwood Canyon
road to the very end. You will come to a booth where the pavement ends. The summer road begins here and is dirt. You’ll follow it for 2.5 miles to the end and Cecret Lake parking is here.
Is Albion Basin open yet?
Area Status: Closed
Albion Basin Campground is located in Little Cottonwood Canyon, near Alta, Utah and
many years does not open for use until July 4th or later
due to snow depths. Hiking, fishing, mountain biking and rock climbing are other outdoor activities that can be enjoyed.
Is Alta summer road open?
Alta Ski Area is now closed to Uphill Travel for the season.
The Summer Road is open with access to Grizzly Gulch and Catherine’s Pass
.
Where is Little Cottonwood Canyon in Utah?
Little Cottonwood Canyon lies
within the Wasatch-Cache National Forest along the eastern side of the Salt Lake Valley, roughly 15 miles from Salt Lake City, Utah
. The canyon is part of Granite, a CDP and “Community Council” designated by Salt Lake County.
Where is secret lake located?
| Secret Lake | Location Antarctica | Coordinates 71.8333333°S 68.35°WCoordinates:71.8333333°S 68.35°W | Type lake |
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In which state is the Great Salt lake?
The Great Salt Lake is one of the most asked-about tourist destinations in
Utah
. A remnant of the massive ancient Lake Bonneville, the lake is now landlocked and its waters are salty. It is the largest lake between the Great Lakes and the Pacific Ocean, and is the largest saltwater lake in the Western Hemisphere.
Where is White Pine lake Utah?
Head out on this 10.7-mile out-and-back trail near
Mounthaven, Utah
.
How long of a hike is Donut Falls?
Donut Falls is one of the most popular hikes in the Salt Lake area and for good reason. In just
1.5 miles round trip
hikers are treated to a beautiful alpine forest before arriving at a breathtaking waterfall with a unique donut hole formation near the top. The well-marked trail is wide and easy to follow.
Are dogs allowed up Little Cottonwood Canyon?
The Town of Alta and Little Cottonwood Canyon are extremely important “protected watershed areas” supplying high quality and high quantity drinking water to the thirsty Salt Lake Valley and thus
dogs are not allowed
in these locations.
How long does it take to hike Mt Olympus Utah?
Mount Olympus dominates the Salt Lake City skyline and is one of the most popular hikes in the valley. The spectacular summit view is extremely rewarding. The 7 mile round trip summit hike into the Mount Olympus Wilderness Area will require
approximately 7 hours
.
Where are dogs not allowed in Utah?
- Bell Canyon Creek and tributaries.
- Big Cottonwood Canyon.
- Big Willow Creek and tributaries.
- City Creek Canyon (northeast of the treatment plant)
- Deaf Smith Canyon Creek and tributaries.
- Emigration Canyon (above Burrs Fork)
- Lambs Canyon.
Can dogs go to Grand Staircase Escalante?
Pets –
Dogs are allowed in most of Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument
. However, dogs must be leashed on the Lower Calf Creek Falls Trail and within Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.
Can you take dogs to Donut Falls?
The Donut Falls Trail is located in a National Forest but it’s part of a watershed so
dogs are not allowed
on this or any other hikes nearby.
Is Albion Basin a hike?
This popular and scenic hiking trail is located up Little Cottonwood Canyon and gives you a front row seat to experience vibrant wild flowers during the peak of summer (usually late June through mid to late July).
It is an easy hike but great for all skill levels
.
Are the wildflowers blooming in Albion Basin?
The Albion Basin wildflowers bloom at a bit different times each year, but they generally start to bloom the second week of July into August
. This year (2020) I went on August 2nd and the wildflowers still looked amazing. The lower part of the hike which included lupine looked like they were in their prime!
Do you need a permit to take pictures at Albion Basin?
Albion Basin has become very strict with photography in the last few years. In an effort to preserve the beautiful area,
a special photography permit is required
. Which means you need a professional photographer, While I always suggest hiring a professional photographer, this location actually requires it.
