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Sunset Peak – Sunset Peak (3,246 m) loop from Alta

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United States
Utah
Salt Lake County
Alta

Sunset Peak – Sunset Peak (3,246 m) loop from Alta

Hard

3.4

(10)

61

hikers

Sunset Peak – Sunset Peak (3,246 m) loop from Alta

04:20

12.9km

580m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 20, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 5.97 km for 11 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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2.31 km

Little Cottonwood Canyon

Highlight • Canyon

July 10 peak wildflower season

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2

5.61 km

Sunset Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

A rewarding alpine hike via Catherine’s Pass with big Wasatch views. Expect a moderate to challenging climb through wildflower meadows to rocky ridgelines. Start early to avoid afternoon storms, bring …

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3

5.92 km

Sunset Peak

Highlight • Summit

What a view!... From the north, Sunset Peak can be climbed via the Brighton Ski Resort – 5.62 miles (9.04 km) round trip – 1,936 feet (approx. 600 m) elevation …

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4

5.94 km

Sunset Peak (3,246 m)

Highlight (Segment) • Summit

The Sunset Peak Trail takes you to Sunset Peak, a small summit with a wonderful view, not on SLC but far into the landscape "behind the ski region". It's always …

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5

6.85 km

Catherine Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

At 10,220 feet in elevation, Catherine Pass offers great views down over Lake Catherine, the last of the three lakes along this trail. If you want even more incredible views, …

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6

12.0 km

Douglas Fir stand

Highlight • Forest

3000 m elevation

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12.9 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.91 km

3.14 km

1.81 km

925 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.30 km

3.06 km

526 m

486 m

430 m

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Highest point (3,210 m)

Lowest point (2,640 m)

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Wednesday 7 October

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23 %

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