Here is a list of local hikes to enjoy this summertime. Go outside, take in the natural scenery, and don’t forget to wear sunscreen!
- The Living Room
- A 2.5 mile hike with 900 ft of elevation gain to rock shaped furniture. This hike is public transport accessible.
- Ensign Peak Hike
- A 0.8 mile round trip, this quick short hike has a great view of the Salt Lake valley.
- Avenue Twin Peaks
- A 3.6 mile hike, this hike is great for a stroll or avid trail runners. It ends with a beautiful view of the valley.
- Donut Falls Trail
- A 3 mile hike to the edge of a waterfall. This hike is especially fun during the summer because it includes some river crossing.
- Bonneville Shoreline Trail
- This trail can be as long or short as you’d like. It runs parallel to the entire Wasatch front. It is great for views of the mountains and the city.
- Lake Blanche Trail
- This is a difficult, 6.9 mile there-and-back hike. With 2,700 ft of elevation gain, this hike is no easy feat; however, the views and waterfall at the end make it worth the trip.
- Adams Canyon Trail
- This is hike is a 3.4 mile out-and-back to a scenic waterfall.
- Mount Olympus Trail
- This 6.3 mile hike leads to a great view. It is amazing how quickly you can escape from the confines of the city.
- RattleSnake Gulch Trail
- This moderate 3.3 mile trail is great in the summertime as it leads straight through wildflower patches.
- Lake Mary Trail
- This 2.6 mile trail is moderate and a great way to experience the alpine ecosystem.
