Stroll the Boardwalks of Cascade Springs
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Walk the easy wooden pathways around crystal-clear terrace springs where water flows at a rate of 7 million gallons a day through lush vegetation.
Itinerary tips
- 1Plan for a 45-minute to one-hour visit to fully explore the three interconnected loop trails without rushing.
- 2Access the springs via the Alpine Loop Scenic Byway, noting that the road is steep and narrow in several sections.
- 3Bring a camera with a polarizing filter to capture the vibrant trout and underwater vegetation through the crystal-clear pools.
- 4Purchase an American the Beautiful pass or a local $6 recreation fee pass, as this site is located within Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest.
- 5Pack a light jacket even in summer, as the canyon air stays significantly cooler than the valley floor due to the flowing water and elevation.
- 6Visit on a weekday morning to secure a spot in the small paved parking lot and avoid the heavy weekend motorcycle and bike traffic.
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