Catherine's Pass to Sunset Peak Raining Day-August 2014

[natylka]

The trail has some nice easy level spots and some spots that are just the opposite. It all evens out to be a nice moderate trail with some astounding views.

Park in the area at the top of the Sunnyside lift, and cross the road to the trailhead. It is flat for a little while and then rises up the mountain face.

After about a mile, you reach the pass, where you can gaze down at Lake Catherine, or hike down to it. Or, take the right fork and head up to Sunset Peak for 360 degree views of the area.

 

[Nick]

Very nice! What a great hike. I'm curious though, I've noticed in a few of your reports that you often have your pup with you in areas where no dogs are allowed (Little Cottonwood & Capitol Reef). Do you have a loophole or did you just not know (or care)? Don't get me wrong, I have 4 furry kids that I love more than your average human and I think it's a stupid rule, especially with all the damage ski resorts willfully inflict, but it's still a rule. Just curious.

 

[natylka]

I should had clarify in places where they don't allow dogs in exception to service dogs. If you bring dogs where they don't allow them, you can pay the fine of $500.

 

[Nick]

Yeah, that would suck. So yours is a service dog? Cool.

 

[natylka]

Yes, she is a service dog. Her name is Masha.

 

[Nick]

Beautiful dog.