One of Utah's best kept secrets, a hidden gem near Salt Lake City, in Big Cottonwood Canyon. A gorgeous line up of aspen trees reflecting off a wind shielded lake, and a peaceful and popular Moose hangout. The trick is finding the trailhead... Willow Lake has become my favorite spot in all of Utah.  It feels so distant from civilization in the mountains, but is only a 25 minute drive from Salt Lake City. I have hiked to Willow Lake close to 10 times this year during differe