Highpointing at Kings Peak, the Highest Point in Utah

We visit Kings Peak, the rooftop of Utah. Located in the Ashley National Forest in the Uinta Mountains, this area has a long history dating back thousands of years. Early explorers found a land of rich with resources that later became a land of promise for early Mormons.
Kings Peak rises up over 13,000 feet and is a worthy challenge for all highpointers due to the long distance one must cross to achieve it's summit. Join us as we explore America and go highpointing!
Hosted by Skye Marthaler, rooftopsofamerica.com
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"Western Orchestral Adventure" by Brett van Donsel

[@davidsimon1324]

I really enjoyed this video and I learned a lot of new things. I want to go to Utah's highest point someday. That was a great video!!! Very Good!!!!

[@chunkmonk71]

Nice to see the shortcut looking more established. Another great episode!

[@RooftopsofAmerica]

Thanks! The shortcut is well enough traveled now that its not hard to pick it out going up the slope. Just got to warn everyone not to head into the boulder field once you get on the flat.

[@hikingoutdoorfamily]

Hi! Nice to meet you yesterday. Just got a chance to start my morning by watching your video. It was fantastic! Love all the history and background you cover on the area where Kings peak is located and then so awesome that you hike to the highpoint too. Also, thought the just the facts section was a nice touch too.

[@peterashbeck4535]

Another great episode Skye! I always enjoy the footage of the trek and enjoy the lesson even more.

[@RooftopsofAmerica]

Thanks Peter! I appreciate it!

[@Curtis2336]

Another great video Skye. The trip up the mountain looks like a fun one!

[@RooftopsofAmerica]

It's an illusion! That hike up from Anderson is a bit of drag. lol

[@emilyconcannon]

This was awesome! I always wanted to go to Utah! Hope to one day

[@RooftopsofAmerica]

Thanks Emily! Utah is a beautiful state, highly recommend visiting.

[@travelingRonman]

Congrats on getting this one out finally! Really enjoyed it. Did not know about James Buchanan's history with Utah and the Mormons. I haven't done Kings yet but hopefully in the next couple years I can make it out there.

[@RooftopsofAmerica]

As I mentioned to others, it is a pretty area and it has a fascinating history to it.

[@emilyconcannon]

Thanks!

[@RooftopsofAmerica]

Emily, thank very much for your generosity for the channel! I really appreciate your support.

[@UMtiger311]

beautiful scenery

[@RooftopsofAmerica]

Utah is a beautiful state and the Uintas are a pretty range.

[@charlieintampa6769]

Another good one! I did it as a one day 11h 20 min thing with a few mis-steps. Did not realize that the shortcut to the right will be a scramble with occasional markers. Worse than that, on the way down I did not stick to the ridge line but dropped down in hope of finding a trail and ultimately went straight down into the basin through a very, very unstable boulder field. Would not recommend that move at all. I did Borah the day before and that was lovely, but I was pretty beat up next morning after Kings.

[@RooftopsofAmerica]

That's a lot of work to put in for two days. When I can up the shortcut I actually headed into the boulder field and wasted time and energy getting through it. Glad you had a successful summit!

[@christophermorris8023]

I'm hoping to do this one in a single day also. Good to hear others success stories.

[@cubanmop]

Incredible accomplishment! Was this your most challenging highpoint yet?

[@RooftopsofAmerica]

Thank you! Nevada still edges it out, but this was a bit of a slog.

[@erickelly5395]

worth the wait!

[@RooftopsofAmerica]

Thanks Eric! I appreciate that, sorry it took so long to get out the door!

[@archiechesler439]

Hey Skye! Missed the livestream but random question...have you ever thought of doing a Rooftops of America Merch Shop?

[@ROMEOSTRATER-bd3qv]

Ken Burns pimp take it off where he left off

[@paulreynolds5530]

yawn - too long

[@RooftopsofAmerica]

Thanks for the feedback. Rooftops of America is a channel that mainly focuses on long form style content and in-depth exploration of individual highpoints. You may wish to search out other highpointing channels more in line with your interests.