Point of Interest
The trail was placed on the National recreation Trail System in 1979. The trail follows the craggy peaks of the Tushar Mountains and gives the experience of being on top of the mountains near the "skyline." This trail is a pathway to beautiful mountain vistas and grassy meadows accented by flowers, rocks, and gurgling streams.
Length: 9 Miles
Loop Trail: No
Primary Trail Type: Backcountry
Additional Trail Types: -
Agency: USDA Forest Service
Entry Fee: -
Fee Notes: -
Parking Fee: -
Permit Fee: -
Trail Use Notes:
None
Seasonal Use Notes:
None
Location: Fishlake National Forest, In Fishlake Natonal Forest, on SR 153 at Big Flat.
County: Piute, Beaver
State: UT
Townships: -
Driving Directions:
The Big Flat Trailhead lies 22 miles east of Beaver just off SR-153. The trail is identified by a road sign about 0.25 miles south of the Big Flat Guard Station where the road leaves the timber and enters the Big Flat meadow. The trailhead lies 200 yards east of SR-153.
Average Grade: 8%
Maximum Grade: 15%
Elevation High: 11050 Feet
Elevation Low: 10200 Feet
Elevation Gain: -
Average Width: 18 Inches
Minimum Width: -
Primary Surface: Soil
Additional Surfaces: Soil
Year Designated: 1979
