The Cecret Lake trail is one of the most beautiful, fun, and rewarding easy hikes in the Salt Lake area. Offering so much to see and do for visitors of all ages, Cecret Lake is a great day trip for the family on their Utah vacation.
Cecret Lake, also spelled Secret Lake, is located near the town of Alta in the Albion Basin, famous for the wildflowers that bloom from mid-July to August. The trail is 1.2 miles each way and gains about 450 feet in elevation. It’s easy enough for almost everyone, but the kids find it challenging enough to feel a sense of accomplishment when they hit the lake.
To get to the trail, hike up the Little Cottonwood Canyon Main Road, past Alta Ski Resort to Albion Basin Campground. The road turns to gravel once you pass the ski resort, but it is suitable for 4WD cars, and there is a small parking lot at the trailhead.
What to expect
Walking to Lake Cecret is a memorable excursion, especially during wildflower season or early October when the leaves have changed color.
The trail crosses a footbridge over Little Cottonwood Creek and you will be taken to articles full of travel tips specially thought for each country.
Articles on security in Central America by country
- Nicaragua Safety – The largest country in the region. Known mainly for its two large colonial cities and a huge lake with two volcanoes in between.
- Safety in Costa Rica : a country famous for its large number of reserves that protect its natural beauties and its rich biodiversity.
- Safety in Honduras : it offers some of the best beaches in Central America and reasonable prices for those who want to visit them.
- Belize Safety – Another great country for a beach vacation and visiting Mayan ruins. This is also a great place to learn all about the unique Garifuna culture.
- Panama Safety – Home of the famous Panama Canal, which links the Pacific and Atlantic oceans. This is also a great place to go shopping.
- Guatemala’s safety : a country with more than 200 Mayan ruins, a colonial city, tons of volcanoes, and a beautiful lake.
- El Salvador Safety : the place to visit if you are a surfer looking for some of the best waves in the region. You should also try their more traditional dish, Pupusas.
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Edited by: Marina K. Villatoro
