Unstable Slope (2006-06-02) An interesting view as the forest tries to reclaim an unstable slope in the Uintas.
Thousand Peak Ranch (2006-06-19) At this point on 213, the paved road turns right and heads to the Smith and Morehouse Reservoir. The dirt road under the sign follows the Weber River through 9 miles of private land to the upper Weber River trails.
Middle Fork Trailhead (2006-06-19) The trailhead of the Middle Fork of the Weber River. You can follow this trail up to the Western Ridge of the Uinta Mountains. We were on a flower finding expedition, and only went a mile or so.
Indian Paint Brush (2006-06-19) Close up of the Indian Paint Brush (Castilleja spp. of order Orobanchaceae). Note, the actual flower of the Indian Paintbrush is small. Most of the red is sepals and red leaves.
Bog Orchid (2006-06-19) Bog Orchid along SR 213 in the Uinta Mountains.
Dry Fork Trail (2006-06-19) The trailhead for the Dry Fork Trail. This trail access Fish Lake and Sand Lake in the Uinta Mountains.
Weber River (2006-06-19) The Weber River in the Uintas. The next pictures are a close up of the bush over the river.
Weber River Valley (2006-06-19) The Weber River Valley in the Uinta Mountains.
Weber River Valley (2006-06-19) The Weber River Valley on the western slopes of the Uinta Mountains.
Weber River Valley (2006-06-19) The Weber River Valley in the Uinta Mountains.
Silky Scorpionweed (2006-06-19) Silky Scorpionweed (Phacelia sericea) growing along SR213 in the Weber River Valley.
Smith and Morehouse Lake (2006-06-19) Smith and Morehouse Reservoir in the Uinta Mountains.
Ledgefork Campground (2006-06-19) This field at Ledgefork Campground is a good place for flower hunting.
Smith and Morehouse Trail (2006-06-19) A bridge on the Smith and Morehouse trail just above the Ledgefork Campground.
Rocky Trail (2006-06-19) Mountain bikes have stripped the dirt layer from the Smith and Morehouse Trail ... making for a bumpy ride.
Smith and Morehouse (2006-06-19) Smith and Morehouse Creek leading into Smith and Morehouse Lake in the Uinta Mountains.
Smith and Morehouse (2006-06-19) Smith and Morehouse in the Uinta Mountains.
Boat Launching (2006-06-19) A group prepares to launch their boat on the Smith and Morehouse Lake in the Uinta Mountains.
Be Prepared (2006-06-19) Mountain cyclist should be prepared for stream crossings. Note this cyclist has kayak paddles and a life jacket along with his bike. It is better safe than sorry.
Weber Valley (2006-06-19) These people have a nice Spread in the Weber River Valley. This picture was taken from the Smith and Morehouse Road about a mile from SR213
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The Uinta Mountains is the tallest mountain range in Utah. Kings Peak (13,528 ft) is the tallest mountain in the Range. The range is located in the Northeast section of the state and is about an two hour drive from Salt Lake City .
The Uintas are unique in that they runs East to West (most of the Mountain Ranges in the Americas run North South.