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The Sleeping Ute: The Little-Known Mountain with An Incredible Story
Whenever asked about my experiences in the wilderness, I get asked one question more than any. “What was the coolest view you ever got?” The answer is the picture above. Looking across Fry Canyon towards the Ute Mountains, you can see the full beauty of the Sleeping Ute. The Ute Mountains elevate to nearly 10,000 feet and span approximately 5 by 9 miles (8 by 19 kilometres) The Ute Mountains are very rarely mentioned on any travel websites, recommendations, or even hiking magazines, but I never understood why this was. After all, the Ute Mountains are not only naturally beautiful- they hold an incredible story as well. Take a look at the full mountain range:
The Sleeping Ute has a natural beauty to it that simply cannot be explained without being there yourself, and that’s why I absolutely think any road-trip should include a visit the the Ute Mountains. In person, the vast size of the Ute Mountains will awe you. On top of all the natural beauty of the Sleeping Ute, there is an added bit of history and mythology that makes the Ute even more impressive. But first, let’s take a look into the past.
