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Picture this, a short scenic hike to a beautiful waterfall with an emerald pool in Stowe Vermont.... a swim in the refreshingly cool pool below included. Places like this, and mornings like this one, are some of the reasons why New England is such a beautiful part of the planet. Trying to describe New England to my friends out west was always a challenge. Sea level is not as inviting to people who strive to conquer Colorado's 14 footers, or people who love to sneak into the backcountry sight unseen for 5 days. We may not always have those classic deserts, insane summit views, or towering prominent peaks. BUT, what we do have is amazing bodies of water, ranging from woodsy waterfalls to beach coastlines. And the green. Here in New England, there is just so much green... oh how I missed this level of green. Posts like this one are short and simple, and designed to show you just how scenic, idyllic, and quaint New England is with all her woodsy small town charm. Grab a bagel, hike to a waterfall, go for a swim, stop at a brewery. Silly, simple happiness can be found here. Trail Information Bingham Falls is a popular spot due to its location in popular Stowe and relatively short easy trail and access. Bingham Falls is located within the Mt. Mansfield State Forest and is open to the public for a variety of non-motorized recreational activities. The trail to the falls can be accessed via Route 108/Mountain Road. Parking is available in two paved pull-offs on either side of the road or through the Stowe Land Trust owned Mill Trail Property. Be warned, this is a very popular spot so the waterfalls will be crowded and parking may be iffy. If you want solitude I recommend you visit mid-week, or early in the morning. We were at the waterfall by 10 am on a Sunday morning and enjoyed a quick swim and the waterfall almost to ourselves (a rare occurrence). The trail is approximately 0.5 miles out and back and gains 140' in elevation making it family friendly. This trail is also dog-friendly (on leash). Beware, the last part of the hike is a steep drop down to the bottom of the fall. Make sure you watch little ones and pets by slippery rocks and cliff areas. Be aware, be cautious, and lead by example while out on the trails. The waterfall itself is a series of cascades in a narrow gorge, dropping 30 foot into a large round pool where visitors can swim in its chilly waters.
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Cecret Lake - Albion Basin, Utah Fact-- Cecret Lake (sometimes spelled Secret) is not a secret. And it is never spelled the same way. Cecret Lake is a mecca of families with screaming children, and just about every other group you can think of. Because the hike is short, it attracts a lot of people. Did I mention screaming children? Oh, Utah and the screaming children.... Despite the fact that Cecret Lake turns into a zoo after 9am, it is still worth a visit. If you don't like the crowds then there are still options here for you if you are okay with a longer hike and some elevation. You can pass the lake and continue onto Sugarloaf Peak, where you will likely have the trail to yourself. But one thing at a time, let's talk first about the hike to Cecret Lake. View of Cecret Lake Cecret Lake has come up a few times in casual hiking conversations with friends. Albion Basin in the summer with its famous wildflowers was always a destination high on my list and all of the pictures I have seen made me swoon. But of course, we have the unique Salt Lake City problem of not allowing our dogs in many of our canyons (protected watersheds), Little Cottonwood (home to Alta and Snowbird) included. This was another hike I always wanted to do, but never wanted to leave my dog behind. Olive back in Connecticut, Katie in Utah = trip to Albion Basin. Easy beautiful hike. Through fields of wildflowers with amazing views. Once you reach the lake, the lake itself is a little lackluster compared to the rest of the hike. Parking is a big issue and you have to get here early to secure a spot (I was at the parking lot by 7:40). The road leading to the trailhead is a dirt road but any vehicle can make it as long as you go slow enough. The mobs here really turned me off, and I am glad I started the hike early. The hike gets better after you pass the lake and you can see a great view down from above the lake. Moose frequent the area so be aware. View of "The Castle" The main access is via the Cecret Lake Parking/Trailhead and Albion Basin Campground. To get here, you will drive all the way up Little Cottonwood Canyon to Alta Ski Resort. After reaching Alta, you will drive to the end of the lot and check in at the security booth . A guard will give you a map (free entrance too!) and will let you know how many cars have been up and if there is a chance of parking (a woman I saw later on the trail said 190 cars had been up before 9am). You will follow the dirt road "summer road" past Catherines Pass and Sunnyside Parking Trailhead, another few minutes to the last parking option, Cecret Lake Parking/Trailhead. There is a bathroom here as well as the campground (there is a fee to even use the tables as a day use area, be warned). You can park in Sunnyside/Catherines Pass and walk to Cecret Lake parking if it is full. As a third resort, if there is no parking at these trailheads, you can also access the lake from the Albion Base Area where you checked in with the guard before the dirt road. To access the lake from here you will park at Albion Base Area, following "Upper Albion Meadows" on the 1.5 mile trail leading to the Cecret Lake Trailhead (making the lake an approx. 2 mile hike one way). Dogs are not allowed on this hike as it is a protected watershed. This is the main reason it took me so long to finally complete this hike. With Olive back in Connecticut, I could go on this hike guilt free. Park in designated parking lots ONLY. Do not park along road sides, there are rangers out there constantly patrolling the area. 0.75 miles one way from the Cecret Lake Parking/Trailhead with a gain of 420'. You can access the lake via the Upper Albion Meadows Trail (1.5 miles one way 1,100 feet) that will connect with the Cecret Lake Interpretive Trail (.75 miles 420'). Trail signs at the start of the hike Follow the Cecret Lake Interpretive Trail from the Albion Meadows Trail or directly from the Cecret Lake Parking/Trailhead area. The trail will pass through meadows before slowly climbing up a rocky section where you will finally get a glance of the lake. There are interpretive signs all along the trail educating hikers about wildlife, geology, weather, and plant species. You can follow the trail around the edge of the lake, or continue on to Sugarloaf Peak from here. Ski Lifts for Alta overhead Ski Lifts for Alta The trail crosses several small streams with large boulders making for easy crossing. I loved all of the clearings, and some amazing views down the valley. On my way out on the trail around 7:40 am, there were only a few people making their way to the lake. I chatted with a gentleman with a big camera, and we talked about the beauty of Albion Basin, the wildflowers, and the Utah ski season. He told me about his favorite hike in the area, to "The Castle" and like any Alta Hiking Newbie, I asked if the castle was an actual castle (no, it sa rock formation). Taking in the Alta Views I could have spent the day just taking in the pops of color from all the different wild flowers. When I eventually reached the lake, there were just a few small groups having snacks and soaking up the sunshine. A nice group told me about the endangered salamanders living in the lake, and we all discussed moose survival techniques. A bull moose walking around the lake As I sat down to have some water, I had my eavesdropping ears on and heard someone recite the scariest five letter work that started with an M, well scary to the "hiking alone Katie". I inquired about said moose and a nice man pointed out a bull moose munching by the trees adjacent to the lake. I analyzed my options (jump in the lake? play dead? run for me life?) and I decided to calm down and go around. I planned my route to do a nice WIDE swing around Mr. Moose. As I climbed the ridge above the lake, I watched Mr. Moose leave his nice spot in the shade and wander over to the lake, uncomfortable close to the people. I reminded myself this was a very popular hike and he was very used to people. Eventually he mosied on off the trail, and I continued my way to Sugarloaf Peak, hoping I would not come across Mr. Moose on my way back down. Trail through wildflowers Wildflowers in July The hike to Sugarloaf Peak was my favorite part. The views of Alta and Snowbird, and my favorite mountain Timp at the ridge was unforgettable. Tune back in FRIDAY to read all about another awesome Utah peak and relatively easy 11,000' summit, Sugarloaf Peak. Wildflowers in the field with a view of the mountains Posing on the trail Cecret Lake View of the lake View of the lake The trail heading out to Sugarloaf Peak Trail around the bend leading to Sugarloaf Peak
(This post was sponsored by Wild Animal Safari of Strafford Missouri. However, All opinions are my own. In all
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