Kings Peak
Kings Peak stands at 13,523 ft (4,123 m) as the Uinta Mountains' highest point. Known for alpine cirques, tarns, and high-elevation lakes, it's a popular but strenuous multi-day hike from Coinstopper Lake and Trail Creek trailheads.
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Geography
| Continent | North America |
|---|---|
| Region | Western United States |
| Subregion | Great Basin |
| Country | United States |
| State | Utah |
| County | Uinta County |
| District | Uinta Mountains |
| Timezone | AmericaDenver |
| Latitude | 41.9806 |
| Longitude | -110.3333 |
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7:14 PM LOCAL TIMEKings Peak is the crown jewel of Utah's Uinta Mountains, rising to 13,523 ft (4,123 m). The peak sits within a broad alpine massif featuring gleaming tundra, small cirque glaciers, and numerous tarns and high lakes such as Island Lake and Lakes of the No-Name. Access is typically gained via well-maintained trails from the south and east, starting at trailheads like Trail Creek or Elkheart Lake, with routes demanding multi-day backpacking, routefinding, and mountain navigation. Climbers and hikers are rewarded with panoramic views, crossings of alpine passes, and the isolation characteristic of high-elevation Utah. Prepare for rapidly changing weather, wind exposure, and elevation-related challenges; accommodations are non-existent—plan to camp and carry all supplies.
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