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East Shingle Creek Lake
Shingle Creek is one of the trails on the Mirror Lake Highway. The trail is mostly through forest. In late July, the wildflowers are spectacular, lining the trail. East Shingle Creek Lake, shown above, is a popular destination with hikers and fishermen.
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The Tibble Fork trailhead is in American Fork Canyon, only about 30 minutes from where we live. There are a lot of branching trails and plenty of possibilites for future exploration.
In places, the grass and flowers were head high as we rode along the trail.
Boss found some tasty thistle to enjoy. He bites off the flowers very carefully to avoid the prickly leaves.
From the highest point on the Ridge Trail (10,000 ft), we had a view of Deer Creek Reservoir and Heber City, 4000 ft below
Much of the trail was forested, but the mountain views were spectacular in any open area.
One downside for horsemen: motorcycles are allowed on some of these trails. At one point, a motorcycle came skidding down a hill and screeched to a halt just in front of Coco. Luckily, Coco had the good sense to stand stock still, just watching the show. Another horse might get a teensy bit excited.
We plan to go back soon and explore other trail possibilities. Good news for Daisy - dogs are allowed. We'll bring her next time.
Janie, I always look forward to your summer posts when I can see the wildflowers and those mountain views. I remember that Boss thinks thistles are a delicacy! You must be getting some summer rain - the grasses and wildflowers are growing high. Can you believe it's already August? Some of my Grands return to school in 2 weeks.
ReplyDeleteHi Janie, spectacular photos. The trails are beautiful and the scenery is gorgeous. I would love to see those wildflowers in the Spring. Wha a sight to behold. Thanks for sharing these and have a great week :)
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad Daisy can join you on this trail ride. Seems only fair if motorcycles have permission to be there! Coco is amazing to remain so calm! And Boss is pretty clever to eat thistle blossoms without getting pricked!
ReplyDeleteThe views from (and of) the mountains are spectacular. Daisy is going to enjoy accompanying you on these trails. I just hope you don't encounter too many motorcycles.
ReplyDeleteMotorcycles? Not good but I suppose with the noise you can at least hear them coming....
ReplyDeleteNice little outing. Motorcycles on the trails? Seriously now.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful images of the rugged mountains,the tall trees,the lovely lake and greenery all around !
ReplyDeleteGreat views and nice narration..
ReplyDeleteAlso great to be back to your blog..
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beautiful photos
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