Daggett Lake via Spirit Lake
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Daggett Lake via Spirit Lake
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The Daggett Lake via Spirit Lake Trail is a beautiful trail in the eastern Uintas. This trail sees little traffic year-round and is a great spot to go to enjoy some peace and quiet surrounded by the beautiful Utah wilderness. If you enjoy fishing, be sure to bring your rod, Daggett Lake and Spirit Lake are both great spots to fish for Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout, and Cutthroat Trout.
Getting there
This hike begins on the eastern side of Spirit Lake Road, just before the Spirit Lake Campground.
About
| Backcountry Campground | Primitive Camping at Daggett Lake, Spirit Lake Campground nearby |
| When to do | May to October |
| Pets allowed | Yes |
| Family friendly | Older Children only |
| Route Signage | Poor |
| Crowd Levels | Low |
| Route Type | Out and back |
Daggett Lake via Spirit Lake
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Daggett Lake via Spirit Lake Description
The hike to Daggett Lake via Spirit Lake is a gorgeous, moderately challenging route in the eastern Uintas. This trail sees little traffic, and the path can be unclear at times; we recommend downloading a map beforehand and/or bringing a GPS unit along with you when you head out on this hike. You will also want to bring along a fishing rod and a camera; this trail is gorgeous, and Daggett Lake is a great spot to go fishing for trout.
From the trailhead on the eastern side of Spirit Lake Road, follow the Browne-Spirit Lake Trail eastward to a divide. At the divide, take the path on your right to head south down to Daggett Lake.
Enjoy a picnic lunch lakeside, and try your luck fishing the waters of Daggett Lake before turning around and heading back the way you came.
If you are looking for a longer hike in the area, check out the Fish Lake via Spirit Lake Trail nearby.
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