This challenging climb begins in the picturesque Big Cottonwood Canyon, a stunning alpine valley nestled in the Wasatch Range, and ascends toward Guardsman Pass. The early stretch features a gentle grade, but as you progress, the road becomes steeper with tight, twisting corners that offer breathtaking views of the surrounding canyon. As you near the top, the scenery intensifies, revealing dramatic mountain vistas, with the climb culminating at Guardsman Pass, where the panorama stretches across the valley. The descent is equally thrilling but requires caution due to sharp turns and the potential for hikers or parked cars along the road.

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1. Big Cottonwood Climb – Park City loop from Deer Valley

82.3km

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2. University of Utah Campus – Utah's Hogle Zoo loop from Fort Douglas

116km

06:35

2,540m

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Distance 27.2 km

Uphill 1,550 m

Downhill 100 m

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Location: Brighton, Salt Lake County, Utah, United States

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Big Cottonwood Climb

1. Big Cottonwood Climb – Park City loop from Deer Valley

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