De Moisy Peak
Usa, north-america
N/A
2,815 m
hard
Year-round
Okay, adventure seekers, let's talk about De Moisy Peak in Utah's Weber County! This bad boy sits way up high at 9,235 feet, perched on the southern end of Mt. Ogden's ridge.
Now, getting to the top isn't exactly a Sunday drive. We're talking a rocky, gravelly path, basically a service road for the ski lift. Think steep – some sections clock in at a hefty 30% grade! You'll need to be ready for a climb.
The window to tackle this one is tight – late August is your best bet. The slope is super steep with loose rocks, getting even more gnarly as you gain elevation. Be prepared for some serious wind; it's almost always howling up there. Even in summer, snow's a possibility, and winter temps? Brutal! Keep your eyes peeled for rattlesnakes, too – they love to hang out near the rocks. But if you're up for the challenge, the views from the top are totally worth it!
Road Details
- Country
- Usa
- Continent
- north-america
- Max Elevation
- 2,815 m
- Difficulty
- hard
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