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10,620 ft · Oquirrh Mountains, Utah
Flat Top Mountain
Flat Top Mountain is a 10,620 ft peak in the Oquirrh Mountains, Utah. The standard route is the Flat Top Mountain Trail: 5 mi, 2,739 ft of gain, Class 2.
Flat Top Mountain at a glance
- Elevation10,620 ft3,236 m
- RouteFlat Top Mountain TrailClass 2
- Distance5 mi2,739 ft gain
- Time4 – 5 hrsModerate effort
- SeasonMay – Oct
- RangeOquirrh MountainsUtah
Climbing the Flat Top Mountain Trail
In the Oquirrh Mountains southwest of Salt Lake City, Utah, access is often from the Butterfield Canyon area; confirm current rules first, since parts of this range sit on private mining land. The route to Flat Top is a Class 2 climb on trail and open slopes to a broad summit. Expect loose rock, quick-building storms, and strong wind on the exposed top even on warm days. Snow can hold in shaded pockets into spring. Start early to beat afternoon weather, carry layers and sun protection, and bring all the water you need, as the upper mountain is dry.
Gear and hazards
What to bring
Backpack (25–35 L)
Hiking Boots
Base Layer
Midlayer
Hardshell Jacket
Sun Hat
Warm Hat
Buff
Light Gloves
Trekking Poles
Headlamp
GPS Device
Satellite Communicator
Power Bank
Offline Maps
Water
First-Aid Kit
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
What to watch for
- High altitude
- Loose rock
- Storms
- High winds
- Rapid weather shifts
- Snow near summit
- Ice near summit
Quests with Flat Top Mountain
Lower 48 UltrasFrequently asked questions
How tall is Flat Top Mountain?
Flat Top Mountain is 10,620 feet (3,236 m) tall. It is in the Oquirrh Mountains, Utah.
How hard is it to hike Flat Top Mountain?
The Flat Top Mountain Trail is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort moderate: 5 miles with 2,739 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike Flat Top Mountain?
Most people take 4 – 5 hours round trip on the Flat Top Mountain Trail, covering 5 miles with 2,739 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.
Can a beginner hike Flat Top Mountain?
Usually, if you are fit. The Flat Top Mountain Trail is a common first summit for hikers ready for 4 – 5 hours on their feet. Bring layers, food and water, and check the weather before you start.
When is the best time to hike Flat Top Mountain?
The usual hiking window is May to October. Outside it, expect snow, storms or closed access, and check the summit forecast before you go.
What is the trailhead elevation for Flat Top Mountain?
The Flat Top Mountain Trail starts at about 8,200 feet, roughly 2,420 feet below the summit.
Climb Flat Top Mountain with Yak
Plan your route on a topo map, check the summit forecast, then log your climb and see what is left on your list