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Peak 10,420 via Guardsman Pass
Trail
2.7 mile
4.4 kilometer
point to point
Ascent
Easy
Elevation
Ascent:
1,389'
423 m
Descent: 0' 0 m
High: 10,310' 3,143 m
Low: 8,921' 2,719 m
Grade
Avg Slope: 10% (6°)
Max Slope: 27% (15°)
Avalanche risk for Nov 26, 2017: Low
Generally safe avalanche conditions. Watch for unstable snow on isolated terrain features. Natural and human-triggered avalanches unlikely.
Full forecast for UAC: Salt Lake — Brought to you by UT Avalanche Center
Weather
Unknown
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“Three miles and 1500' elevation gain brings one to the peak. The road and ridgeline minimize the exposure.”
— Asher Margolies
Need to Know
Description
Rare avalanches dot the terrain above the last stretch of road before reaching the pass. Check with the Utah Avalanche Center for weather reports and trip planning.
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Contacts
Land Manager: USFS - Uinta, Wasatch & Cache National Forests Office
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