Experience the Majestic Beauty of Jupiter Peak

Getting There

• Car

  From Park City, UT, head east on Main St toward Kearns Blvd/UT-248. Continue on UT-248 E for about 5 miles. Turn left onto US-40 N. After roughly 3 miles, take the exit toward Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest. Continue onto the access road leading into the forest. Follow the signs for Jupiter Peak, which will be on your right. There may be a small parking fee at the entrance to the forest, typically around $5 for a day pass.

• Public Transportation

  Take the Park City Transit bus (route 2) from the Park City Main Street area toward the Kimball Junction. Once you reach Kimball Junction, transfer to the Summit County bus towards the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest. Inform the driver that you need to stop at the closest point to Jupiter Peak. Be prepared for an additional fee for the bus ride, which is usually about $3 per trip. Once you arrive, you may need to hike approximately 1.5 miles to reach the trailhead for Jupiter Peak.

• Hiking from a Nearby Trailhead

  If you are already within Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, locate the Jupiter Peak trailhead. Start from the nearest parking area, such as the Guardsman Pass parking lot. Hike along the well-marked trail for about 2 miles to reach the summit of Jupiter Peak. Make sure to bring plenty of water and check trail conditions before your hike.