Snowshoe at Tony Grove Lake
AdventureModerateWinterSpring
Traverse the snowy basin surrounding this glacial lake for a serene winter wonderland experience once the road closes to cars.
Itinerary tips
- 1Plan for a long day by allowing 4-6 hours for the round-trip trek from the winter trailhead at Highway 89 up to the lake basin.
- 2Verify that you have a valid USFS winter parking permit or an America the Beautiful pass displayed at the Franklin Basin winter trailhead.
- 3Carry a physical map or GPS device as the 7-mile round-trip climb follows a road that is completely obscured by deep snow and lacks summer signage.
- 4Pack a high-calorie lunch and an insulated thermos with a hot beverage to enjoy at the overlook before your descent.
- 5Dress in moisture-wicking layers and bring waterproof gaiters to handle the deep powder often found in the higher elevations of Logan Canyon.
- 6Start your trek before 9:00 AM to ensure you return to the trailhead before the early mountain sunset casts the canyon into deep shadows.
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