Hikes and Adventures
Distance - 1 Hour 15 minutes |
A lovely forest hides this natural gem. There are multiple pools of cobalt-blue color and a waterfall. The hike is 4.5 miles round trip and is rated as moderate (636 ft elevation gain). In the winter the road is closed a mile and a quarter from the trailhead, so the hike is extended – ends up being about 7.5 miles round trip. In the winter the trail can be icy and slippery coming down so spikes would be recommended. If you are planning to hike down after dark please be prepared with food, water, and headlamps. Please note service can be spotty in this area and sometimes parking can be difficult.
11 locals recommend
Fifth Water Hot Springs Trail Start
Diamond Fork RoadDistance - 1 Hour 15 minutes |
A lovely forest hides this natural gem. There are multiple pools of cobalt-blue color and a waterfall. The hike is 4.5 miles round trip and is rated as moderate (636 ft elevation gain). In the winter the road is closed a mile and a quarter from the trailhead, so the hike is extended – ends up being about 7.5 miles round trip. In the winter the trail can be icy and slippery coming down so spikes would be recommended. If you are planning to hike down after dark please be prepared with food, water, and headlamps. Please note service can be spotty in this area and sometimes parking can be difficult.
Distance - 15 minutes |
This hike is relatively short but steep. The hike is relatively 2.5 miles round trip with nearly 1,00 feet of elevation gain. At the top you will be rewarded with a panoramic view of the SLC valley. At the viewpoint, you’ll see “furniture” created by other hikers out of the large flat sandstone slabs. There are several “chairs” and “couches” complete with armrests and ottomons. This is a great place to watch sunset – don’t forget to bring your headlamps for the hike down!
53 locals recommend
The Living Room Trailhead
383 Colorow RdDistance - 15 minutes |
This hike is relatively short but steep. The hike is relatively 2.5 miles round trip with nearly 1,00 feet of elevation gain. At the top you will be rewarded with a panoramic view of the SLC valley. At the viewpoint, you’ll see “furniture” created by other hikers out of the large flat sandstone slabs. There are several “chairs” and “couches” complete with armrests and ottomons. This is a great place to watch sunset – don’t forget to bring your headlamps for the hike down!
Distance - 17 minutes |
Above the SLC Capital. This is a quick hike – about 1 mile round trip and is rated as an easy trail (374 ft elevation gain). The trail is moderately seep in spots and winds up the mountain offering views throughout. At the top you will rewarded with a view of the SLC valley. This is a popular option for sunset watching – don’t forget to bring your headlamps for the hike down!
Ensign Peak Trail
Ensign Peak TrailDistance - 17 minutes |
Above the SLC Capital. This is a quick hike – about 1 mile round trip and is rated as an easy trail (374 ft elevation gain). The trail is moderately seep in spots and winds up the mountain offering views throughout. At the top you will rewarded with a view of the SLC valley. This is a popular option for sunset watching – don’t forget to bring your headlamps for the hike down!
Distance - 8 minutes |
While there are several hikes up beautiful Millcreek Canyon, hiking to the summit of Grandeur peak is one of my favorites. This 5.5 mile out and back trail is moderately difficult and steep with breathtaking and rewarding views.
13 locals recommend
Grandeur Peak Trailhead
2900 Wasatch BlvdDistance - 8 minutes |
While there are several hikes up beautiful Millcreek Canyon, hiking to the summit of Grandeur peak is one of my favorites. This 5.5 mile out and back trail is moderately difficult and steep with breathtaking and rewarding views.
Distance - 23 minutes |
The hike to scenic Lake Blanche is a popular route for many locals and visitors for good reason. Lake Blanche, located in Big Cottonwood Canyon, is a 7 mile out and back hike with moderate difficulty and several steep climbs.
Lake Blanche Trail
Lake Blanche TrailDistance - 23 minutes |
The hike to scenic Lake Blanche is a popular route for many locals and visitors for good reason. Lake Blanche, located in Big Cottonwood Canyon, is a 7 mile out and back hike with moderate difficulty and several steep climbs.
Distance - 35 minutes |
The Brighton Lakes, located up Big Cottonwood Canyon near Salt Lake City, are reached from the trailhead at Brighton Resort Lodge at the end of Big Cottonwood Canyon Road. The lakes are Dog Lake, Lake Mary, Lake Martha, and Lake Catherine from lower to higher elevation. The same trail will take you to all four lakes. You can hike to just one lake or to all four in the same outing, whatever you wish to do.
17 locals recommend
Lake Mary Trail
Distance - 35 minutes |
The Brighton Lakes, located up Big Cottonwood Canyon near Salt Lake City, are reached from the trailhead at Brighton Resort Lodge at the end of Big Cottonwood Canyon Road. The lakes are Dog Lake, Lake Mary, Lake Martha, and Lake Catherine from lower to higher elevation. The same trail will take you to all four lakes. You can hike to just one lake or to all four in the same outing, whatever you wish to do.
Distance - 30 minutes |
Donut Falls Trail is a 3.3 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Salt Lake City, Utah that features a waterfall and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking and walking and is best used from April until October.
73 locals recommend
Donut Falls Trailhead
Distance - 30 minutes |
Donut Falls Trail is a 3.3 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Salt Lake City, Utah that features a waterfall and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking and walking and is best used from April until October.
Parks
Distance - 8 minutes |
This 110 acre park is not only scenic and breathtaking but has a great paved road that runs for 1.38 miles where bikers, runners, and walkers can enjoy the rolling hills.
197 locals recommend
Sugar House Park
1330 2100 SDistance - 8 minutes |
This 110 acre park is not only scenic and breathtaking but has a great paved road that runs for 1.38 miles where bikers, runners, and walkers can enjoy the rolling hills.
Distance - 10 minutes
Liberty Park is the oldest park in Utah and its towering trees and beautiful landscape attract hundreds of Salt Lake City locals. Make sure to check out the aviary, two islands, the historic Isaac Chase Mill, and both concrete and soft surfaced walking trails.
353 locals recommend
Liberty Park
600 Harvey Milk BoulevardDistance - 10 minutes
Liberty Park is the oldest park in Utah and its towering trees and beautiful landscape attract hundreds of Salt Lake City locals. Make sure to check out the aviary, two islands, the historic Isaac Chase Mill, and both concrete and soft surfaced walking trails.
Distance - 15 minutes
Red Butte Garden include a botanical garden, arboretum, and amphitheater operated by the University of Utah, in the foothills of Salt Lake City. Gardens are open to the public each spring and a concert series is held each summer.
229 locals recommend
Red Butte Garden
300 Wakara WayDistance - 15 minutes
Red Butte Garden include a botanical garden, arboretum, and amphitheater operated by the University of Utah, in the foothills of Salt Lake City. Gardens are open to the public each spring and a concert series is held each summer.