Hike to Ensign Peak (SLC)

This morning, we hiked to the top of Ensign Peak, which is just north of downtown. Here's a view of downtown over the hills.


A view of the Oquirrh mountains to the west of the city.

This is slightly to the west, and you can see the Wasatch range beyond the neighborhood below.

A wider view over the city towards the Wasatch Mountains.

We accidentally took a much more difficult and steep trail (which seems to be our M.O. when hiking). But we did reach the top of Ensign Peak. Here's the monument that stands at the top.

Trails extend out into the hills behind the peak.

Here we are at the top, and we certainly look like we've been hiking.

Heading back down the (easier) trail, here's a shot between the hills. You can see the city and the Wasatch Mountains again. At the top right of the photo, you can see the monument on Ensign Peak.

Kate looks out into the city. You can see the State Capitol in the distance.

Dave follows Kate's lead!

Here's a closer shot of the Capitol building. You can see how windy it is - the flag fully extends in the wind.

A fun hike in the hills just north of the city. It's very cool how less than a mile from downtown, you feel like you're nowhere near the city.