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11,749 ft · Wasatch Range, Utah
Mount Timpanogos
Mount Timpanogos is an 11,749 ft peak in the Wasatch Range, Utah. The standard route is the Timpooneke Trail: 14 mi, 4,432 ft of gain, Class 2.
Mount Timpanogos at a glance
- Elevation11,749 ft3,581 m
- RouteTimpooneke TrailClass 2
- Distance14 mi4,432 ft gain
- Time9 – 11 hrsVery Hard effort
- SeasonJul – Oct
- RangeWasatch RangeUtah
Climbing the Timpooneke Trail
From American Fork Canyon east of Salt Lake City, Utah, take the Alpine Loop (UT-92) to the Timpooneke Trailhead, a fee area that requires an American Fork Canyon recreation pass to park. The Timpooneke Trail is a long Class 2 route through wildflower basins to the summit ridge, with a short exposed scramble at the top. Expect crowds on summer weekends, loose rock, and snow lingering in the upper cirque into midsummer. Storms and wind build fast on the exposed crest, so start before dawn. Carry layers, sun protection, and plenty of water.
Gear and hazards
What to bring
Backpack (25–35 L)
Hiking Boots
Base Layer
Midlayer
Insulated Jacket
Hardshell Jacket
Sun Hat
Warm Hat
Buff
Midweight Gloves
Trekking Poles
Headlamp
GPS Device
Satellite Communicator
Power Bank
Offline Maps
Water
First-Aid Kit
Whistle
Emergency Bivy
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
What to watch for
- High altitude
- Loose rock
- Snow near summit
- Ice near summit
- Steep exposure
- Storms
- High winds
- Rapid weather shifts
- Altitude sickness
- Low visibility
- Rockfall
Quests with Mount Timpanogos
Lower 48 UltrasFrequently asked questions
How tall is Mount Timpanogos?
Mount Timpanogos is 11,749 feet (3,581 m) tall. It is in the Wasatch Range, Utah.
How hard is it to hike Mount Timpanogos?
The Timpooneke Trail is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort very hard: 14 miles with 4,432 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike Mount Timpanogos?
Most people take 9 – 11 hours round trip on the Timpooneke Trail, covering 14 miles with 4,432 feet of elevation gain. That is a long day, so start before dawn and set a turnaround time.
Can a beginner hike Mount Timpanogos?
The Timpooneke Trail needs no climbing skills, but it is a very hard day: 14 miles with 4,432 feet of elevation gain. Build up on shorter hikes first, start early and carry plenty of water and layers.
What time should you start hiking Mount Timpanogos?
Early. Afternoon thunderstorms are common in summer, so aim to be off the summit and the exposed upper mountain by early afternoon. At 9 – 11 hours round trip, many parties start in the dark.
When is the best time to hike Mount Timpanogos?
The usual hiking window is July to October. Outside it, expect snow, storms or closed access, and check the summit forecast before you go.
What is the trailhead elevation for Mount Timpanogos?
The Timpooneke Trail starts at about 7,360 feet, roughly 4,389 feet below the summit.
Climb Mount Timpanogos 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