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From I-15 take the second exit for Cedar City (either direction) and head east. At main street turn right then left on Center (next light) which is hwy-14. Drive up Cedar Canyon about 4 miles until you see a brown sign indicating Kolob Reservoir. Turn right. The next few miles is a beautiful mountain drive climbing up Right Hand Canyon road.
Views become breathtaking as you pass the "C" trail, and a subdivision on the high meadow. Continue to follow the well paved road until the plateau is reached. Driving through the aspen trees on the drivers left is a small knoll, a fence, red gate and a dug out area. Park in the turnout by the gate.
Although gated and fenced as of 5/9/12 I did not spot any "no trespassing" signs. In Utah a red or yellow painted fence post also means "no trespassing". I did not spot any near the area.
Stepping over the fence and following the jeep / ATV trail proceed the short distance to the summit of Lone Tree Mountain. Beautiful views at 9,000' feet elevation in every direction.
Driving home I spotted a dozen mule deer grazing in the high meadows and wild turkeys walking along the road to find the place to roost for the night.
From I-15 take the second exit for Cedar City (either direction) and head east. At main street turn right then left on Center (next light) which is hwy-14. Drive up Cedar Canyon about 4 miles until you see a brown sign indicating Kolob Reservoir. Turn right. The next few miles is a beautiful mountain drive climbing up Right Hand Canyon road.
Views become breathtaking as you pass the "C" trail, and a subdivision on the high meadow. Continue to follow the well paved road until the plateau is reached. Driving through the aspen trees on the drivers left is a small knoll, a fence, red gate and a dug out area. Park in the turnout by the gate.
Although gated and fenced as of 5/9/12 I did not spot any "no trespassing" signs. In Utah a red or yellow painted fence post also means "no trespassing". I did not spot any near the area.
Stepping over the fence and following the jeep / ATV trail proceed the short distance to the summit of Lone Tree Mountain. Beautiful views at 9,000' feet elevation in every direction.
Driving home I spotted a dozen mule deer grazing in the high meadows and wild turkeys walking along the road to find the place to roost for the night.
Tips:
Hike in the evening as sun is setting. I would bring a headlamp, blanket, wine (sparkling soda) cheese, and a significant other to watch the sun set.
Hike in the evening as sun is setting. I would bring a headlamp, blanket, wine (sparkling soda) cheese, and a significant other to watch the sun set.
Tags:
peak bagging, Iron County Peaks
peak bagging, Iron County Peaks
Comments (1)
I'm sorry to report that during a drive by today 9/23/2012, I noted that the gate and fence is currently posted "no trespassing".
by steve625 on Sep 23, 2012
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