Hiking
and Mountain Biking Trail #12
King's Peak
Type: Loop Rating:
Novice Length: 8 miles Riding
Time: 1 hour
Directions:
The John Jarvie Historical Ranch is the best place to begin
this adventure. The property, now managed by the BLM, is an
old trading post dating back to the early 1800s. From Vernal,
head north on Hwy 191 to the Utah/Wyoming line, then turn south
on the graded Browns Park road. Proceed down the road for 22
miles, following the signs for the historic site. The trailhead
and parking are located 4 miles east of the ranch. Follow the
trail counter-clockwise beginning with a short climb. The trail
levels out as it heads along the plateau above the river. There
is a signed spur that travels for about a half a mile to an
excellent viewpoint of the redrock bluffs at the mouth of Swallow
Canyon. The trail then heads north to join with the graded dirt
road and back to the trailhead. More information, water, restroom
facilities, and tours are available at the John Jarvie Ranch. |
