Hikers find themselves in a cirque-like natural amphitheater with steep cliffs. The trail leads up through rocks, wildflowers and tall grass to a saddle. At that point, hikers can go south and then west to Bear Fork or north to Deseret Peak. The walk to the summit is normally an easy traverse, but in some years snow lingers longer than usual, forcing hikers to improvise a bit in an effort to rejoin the trail on the west side of the peak. A small man-made rock wind shelter is located near the summit, but there is no other visible sign that hikers are on top of Tooele County other than the views of the Great Salt Lake, Mt. Nebo on the Wasatch Front, and the Bonneville Salt Flats.
Hikers can turn back and take the same route down.
Most, however, complete a loop hike by continuing down the trail on the west side of the summit. The trail is along the ridge, for the most part. There are three ways on this side of the mountain to make a descent. The trails are not as obvious or as well marked. Look for descents at each of the three saddles along the ridge.