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Mountain/Rock |
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Lat/Lon:
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38.80490°N / 111.96555°W |
County:
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Sevier |
Activities:
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Hiking |
Season:
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Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter |
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Elevation:
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6432 ft / 1960 m |
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Overview
Venice Peak is located on the east side of Sevier Valley above the small town of Venice and is well-known for the prominent white "V" on its southwest flank. Though it is considered a foothill, it has a prominence of over 600 feet.
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Getting There
From the town of Venice, travel east 1.1 miles and turn north on North Black Knoll Road. Drive 1.8 miles and take a right (east) on a dirt road and drive up this as far as your vehicle can take you. There is a portion of the road that is washed out and likely impassable. Start your hike here.Route
From the end of the road (as allowed by your vehicle), start on foot traveling south on the slopes of the northern flank. There are no significant obstacles though there is no trail.Round-trip Distance: 1.36 miles
Elevation Gain: 853 feet