artist: Steve Baker
"White Pine Lake Trail"
LITTLE COTTONWOOD CANYON
  Trail description: The trail starts at the White Pine Trailhead. After the bridge over Little Cottonwood Creek, the trail turns west, gradually climbing along the canyon. Enjoy the spectacular views of Little Cottonwood Canyon and the Salt Lake Valley. The trail enters White Pine Fork where you encounter a trail split about a mile into the hike. Go left. The trail follows an old mining road with gradually switchbacks through pines. There is a nice flat section that last for about 1/2 mile, and gives you a chance to catch your breath before climbing again. Around 3 miles, you cross a small wildflower meadow with great views of the canyon. After the meadow, the trail becomes steeper as you leave the pines and approach a huge boulder field. The trail, without shade at this point, snakes up the boulders for the ridgeline. It's all downhill from the ridge to the lake, which is aqua blue and crystal clear. Sit on a boulder and watch the trout swim by.  
 
Acrylic on canvas
12" x 9"
 
Private collection
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