Deseret Peak, Mountain summit in Tooele County, United States
Deseret Peak rises to approximately 3,362 meters (11,031 feet) in the Stansbury Mountains with slopes covered in mountain brush, sagebrush, grass, firs, juniper, and aspen. The vegetation changes with elevation throughout the hike.
Protection came in 1984 through the Utah Wilderness Act, establishing the Deseret Peak Wilderness on the Wasatch-Cache National Forest. This designation safeguarded the mountain environment for future generations.
The name comes from Mormon tradition, where it symbolized hard work and dedication through the image of a honey bee referenced in the Book of Mormon.
Visitors reach the peak via Interstate 80 West and Highway 36 to Grantsville, where multiple hiking routes lead to the summit, with South Willow Creek Trail being the most popular. The trail is well-marked and offers steady elevation gain through changing terrain.
The mountain belongs to a rare group of Ultra peaks in the lower 48 states with approximately 1,770 meters (5,800 feet) of topographic prominence. This classification makes it a special achievement for those who summit challenging peaks.
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