Ute Mountain

Ute Mountain is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.694m (8,838ft) above the sea level, located in Daggett County, in the northeastern corner of the U.S. state of Utah.

Ute Mountain

The road to the summit, located in the Ashley National Forest is gravel and rocky. It’s called Forest Road 055. Expect a trail pretty steep. At the summit there’s a lookout constructed in 1937. One of only two lookouts left in Utah, it is staffed by volunteers. For your safety, be sure to check the weather forecast before you begin your trip. If there is a thunderstorm in the area, please do not visit a lookout. It’s impassable in winters. Avoid driving in this area if unpaved mountain roads aren't your strong point. The journey offers superb views. It’s definitely worth it. A drive not to be missed! Don't forget your camera with lots of film/memory, fully charged batteries and an empty memory card! The tower offers a panoramic view of the Ashley National Forest and surrounding area. From it, an observer has a 360 degree view of the virtually uninhabited northeastern slope of the Uinta Mountain Range.
Pic&video: Forest Service

 

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