ApproachPark across the street from the Gold Hill Road, which is located along State Highway 150 43 miles northeast of Kamas or 35 miles south of Evanston
Route DescriptionThis is the easiest way up Kletting and A-1 peaks. This once was one of my favorite basins in the Rockies. Sadly, in the mid 1990’s a conspicuous oil exploration road was ripped through the area adjacent to the wilderness area. At the time (1996), it seemed the oil company made no efforts at all to lessen the impact of the road, but it's better now.
From the trailhead, follow the old 4wd road east. Apparently the resident beaver did not like the added vehicle noise, and dammed the creek, flooding the road in several places. Score 1 for Mother Nature. Continue along the old road/trail through the forest. Eventually, you will reach the fairly new (1996) oil exploration road and chain-link fence. Turn right and follow the road south along Main Fork Creek. Watch carefully for the trail off to the left that parallels the road a ways before leaving it. Follow the trail. The trail leads you to Hell Hole Lake, which is in a beautiful setting with Kletting and A-1 peaks towering above. There are good campsites around the lake.
To reach the summit of Kletting Peak, head south to the base of the rocky ridge, aiming for the saddle between Kletting and A-1 peaks. Climb through the boulders up to the saddle. From the saddle, boulder-hop west to the summit. You might as well climb A-1 Peak on the same trip since they are both near each other.
Essential GearA good pair of boots is needed.
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High Uintas Wilderness
