The Deep Creek Mountains of western Utah are one of our favorite places. It epitomizes the beauty, rugged grandeur, diversity and isolation of the Great Basin province. The “Deep Creeks”, as they are known locally, are found just east of the Utah/Nevada border about 80 miles south of Wendover.
The Deep Creek Mountains are isolated and remain relatively unknown and untouched. As a result, the riparian areas, streams, canyons, valleys and plant communities are largely native and unspoiled. There are few invasive species. The streams still run cool and clean, and the elusive Bonneville Cutthroat Trout, once thought extinct, can be found in the canyon streams. Ancient bristlecone pines as much as 4,000 years old dot high ridges.
The diversity of native plant life is amazing. The photos in the enclosed gallery were taken mid June 2015. Enjoy!
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