Hiking-Utah
Hiking to the Pfeifferhorn, Little Cottonwood Canyon - Girl on a Hike
Dogs are NOT allowed in Little Cottonwood Canyon (LCC) at all, so leave the pups home for another hike. From the mouth of LCC, drive up 5.3 miles and turn right at the sign for the White Pine TH.
added Jul 20, 2026
Read article →How to Hike Zebra Slot Canyon in Grand Staircase-Escalante
Location: Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Distance: 5.2 miles (8.4 km) round trip (out and back) Elevation gain: 300 feet (90 m); it’s a slightly uphill walk on the return hike Length of time: 3 to 4 hours Difficulty: The trail ...
added Jul 18, 2026
Read article →Delano Peak, Utah - 309 Reviews, Map | AllTrails
This trail is still closed to ATVS however hikers are still able to access it. Tallest mountain in the Tushar Mountains, Beaver and Piute Counties. This is a relatively easy hike considering how tall it is.
added Jul 17, 2026
Read article →Frary Peak Trail Antelope Island | Utah Hiking | Visit Utah
The island is home to 36 miles of hiking and mountain bike trails meandering among free-roaming bison and antelope herds who keep watch over alluvial plains and Precambrian rocks that are among the oldest in America.
added Jul 15, 2026
Read article →Backpacking in the Maze, Canyonlands National Park – TrailGroove Blog
From the base of the Flint Trail switchbacks, you can also take the right fork and drive directly to the Maze through Teapot Canyon, a much rougher route. One option is to park at the top of the Flint Trail Switchbacks and Hike in via Golden Stairs from there if you or your vehicle isn’t up for the …
added Jul 14, 2026
Read article →Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest | Ben Lomond Trail #042 | Forest Service
... The Ben Lomond Trail is one of the most popular and heavily used trails in the Ogden area. The parking is located inside Weber County North Fork Campground. Park at the large horse corral located inside the south gate. Follow the signs west to the trail. Scenic vistas are your just reward. From …
added Jul 12, 2026
Read article →Lake Blanche Hiking Trail [Camping, Maps & More] | Visit Utah
Finding the trailhead: In Salt Lake City take I-215 south to 6200 South (exit 6). Turn east off the exit and continue along 6200 South as it changes to Wasatch Boulevard for 1.7 miles to the mouth of Big Cottonwood Canyon (UT 190).
added Jul 11, 2026
Read article →Mt Timpanogos Summit via Timpooneke Trail
Continue hiking south along the well-marked trail and zig-zag up a steep incline to the top of the mountain. ... An old shack marks the summit. It was constructed by early surveyors who used the peak as a triangulation point. From the summit you have wonderful views in every direction. ... You can s…
added Jul 9, 2026
Read article →Reflection Canyon Ultimate Backpacking Guide | CleverHiker
The route is long, rough, and remote — the trailhead from Escalante, Utah, takes 2 to 3 hours to reach during periods of good weather — and you still have to navigate 8-9 miles off-trail through fully exposed sand and sagebrush, across slickrock, and up and down rutted desert ravines...
added Jul 8, 2026
Read article →Devils Garden - Arches National Park (U.S. National Park Service)
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added Jul 7, 2026
Read article →Navajo Loop and Queens Garden Trail, Utah - 34,479 Reviews, Map | AllTrails
Featuring incredible views and unique rock formations, this hike is one of the best ways to experience the hoodoos and spires of Bryce Canyon National Park. This great trail takes you by some of the park’s most iconic features, including Queen ...
added Jul 5, 2026
Read article →Kings Peak - Highest Point in Utah - Road Trip Ryan
At 13,528, is the highest peak in Utah, the highest peak in the Uinta Mountains, and the highest point in Duchesne County. This is a stunning peak that requires a fair bit of effort to reach the summit of. Though it can be done in a day, the 25-30 mile round trip is more than most people want ...
added Jul 4, 2026
Read article →Corona Arch Hiking Trail In Moab | Visit Utah
The trail climbs up a shallow rocky canyon to a broad bench and heads northeast across sand and slickrock pavement until it’s below a tall slabby cliff. Hike across sloping slabs below the cliff to a long cable anchored to posts. Past the ...
added Jul 3, 2026
Read article →Spectra Point & Ramparts Overlook Trail, Cedar Breaks National Monument, Utah
The Spectra Point and Ramparts Overlook Trail is the best of the small number of hikes in Cedar Breaks National Monument, and the most popular, since it starts right beside the visitor center, along Hwy 148 near the southern park entrance.
added Jul 2, 2026
Read article →Scrambling through Peekaboo and Spooky Gulch Slot Canyons — Nature Impacts Us
To get to the trailhead for Peekaboo ... two trailheads. Upper Dry Fork Trailhead is 24.5 miles down Hole-in-the-Rock Road and Lower Dry Fork Trailhead is 26 miles (plus an additional mile along a side road)....
added Jun 30, 2026
Read article →Wind Cave Trail, Utah - 3,600 Reviews, Map | AllTrails
Wind Cave Trail is a canyon hike with stunning views of the unique rock formations. This short and consistently steep trail in Logan Canyon leads to a fascinating natural cave. After crossing the Logan River, the path climbs up the canyon wall ...
added Jun 27, 2026
Read article →Hiking Mount Nebo - Utah County Highpoint - Road Trip Ryan
Timpanogas is the highest peak in the Wasatch range, however Mount Nebo is 179 feet higher, making it the highest peak in the Wasatch as well as the Utah County highpoint. This is one of my favorite peaks in the Wasatch. The peak is close enough to the Wasatch front to make for a day trip, ...
added Jun 26, 2026
Read article →Little Wild Horse Canyon | Utah.com
This is not a technical route - ... a great introduction to the sport of canyoneering. The hike is located in the San Rafael Swell, west of Goblin Valley....
added Jun 25, 2026
Read article →Devils Garden Primitive Loop Hiking Trail | Visit Utah
Overview: The longest, most difficult ... ... Finding the trailhead: Drive north into the park on the main road for 19 miles and park in the large parking area at the Devils Garden Trailhead....
added Jun 23, 2026
Read article →Hiking Bryce Canyon: Queen's Garden and Navajo Loop Trails
Hike the best trails in Bryce Canyon, the Queens Garden Trail, the Navajo Loop Trail, and the Rim Trail from Sunset Point.
added Jun 22, 2026
Read article →Cassidy Arch, An Essential Hike in Capitol Reef National Park
We have hiked a lot of trails in Capitol Reef and this is one of our favorites. It’s a great option for new hikers and visitors with just a day in the park who want to do a quick hike. ... Distance: 3.4 miles (5.4 km) round trip (out-and-back) Difficulty: Moderate Total Ascent: 845 feet (260 m) Star…
added Jun 21, 2026
Read article →The Subway Top-Down Route - Joe's Guide to Zion National Park
YES, a Zion wilderness permit is required for ALL hikes through the Left Fork/Subway. ... Do not do this canyon if there is a threat of rain. The Subway "top-down" route is the classic way to hike the Left Fork of North Creek and is one of the ...
added Jun 19, 2026
Read article →Hiking Mount Olympus - Salt Lake CIty - Road Trip Ryan
The foliage turns from scrub oak to conifer as the elevation gain to 8400' at the shoulder. Final Climb (30 minutes) From the shoulder, the trail climbs a cairned route up with several scrambling and small scree sections. Once on the true ridge, a summit cairn and register are available on ...
added Jun 18, 2026
Read article →Hiking Lake Blanche - Big Cottonwood Canyon - Road Trip Ryan
One of the more popular hikes in Big Cottonwood Canyon, this is, in my mind, very deservedly popular. The hike is about 3 miles one way to Lake Blanche, but a thigh busting 2700' of gain along the way. The reward? Just before you reach Lake Blanche, the trail climbs above tree line to an idyllic ...
added Jun 17, 2026
Read article →Lower Calf Creek Falls Trail In Escalante | Visit Utah
... A spectacular cliff-bound canyon, a perennial stream featuring beaver ponds and abundant trout and a memorable veil of whitewater — one of very few active waterfalls in the Southern Utah desert, plunging into a cold, deep pool — combine ...
added Jun 16, 2026
Read article →Mount Timpanogos Hike | The Ultimate Guide | Utah Valley
The duration of the hike can vary depending on your pace and level of fitness. On average, hikers complete the hike in 8-12 hours. This includes time to take breaks, appreciate the scenery, and celebrate the summit.
added Jun 15, 2026
Read article →A Guide to Visiting Snow Canyon State Park in Utah | Cynthia & Tex: PNW Hiking and Outdoor Adventures
Distance: 2.5 miles (roundtrip) Difficulty: Easy/Moderate, some uneven surfaces to traverse on · The Lava Flow Trail, also known as the Lava Tubes is a 2.5 mile, family-friendly trail that takes you back in time.
added Jun 12, 2026
Read article →Earthline: The American West: Notch Peak, 9,654', House Range, Utah's West Desert
Travel: Mile markers on U.S. 50 start counting up from the Nevada-Utah border. The highway curves around the south end of the House Range. In a 4WD vehicle with good clearance, from Delta turn right onto a graded gravel road just past mile marker 48 (47.9). Measure from here. In one mile bear right,…
added Jun 11, 2026
Read article →Hike Kanarraville Canyon Falls | Visit Utah
Hiking Kanarra Falls requires a hiking permit. Permits can be purchased for $15 per person online at kanarrafalls.com and are limited to 150 people daily. In the summer, tickets will sell out 1-2 weeks in advance.
added Jun 10, 2026
Read article →Canyonlands Horseshoe Canyon | Visit Utah
The Great Gallery is one of the best-preserved installations of Barrier-Canyon-style pictographs in the United States. The rugged beauty and archaeological significance make The Great Gallery of Horseshoe Canyon a bucket-list item for many people.
added Jun 9, 2026
Read article →Fisher Towers Trail In Moab | Directions & Trail Info | Visit Utah
... Overview: A maze of soaring sandstone towers surrounds you on this moderate hike to a high ridge above Onion Creek. ... Best season: Year-round. Summers are hot. Other trail users: None.
added Jun 8, 2026
Read article →Hiking Ideas in the Kolob Canyons - Joe's Guide to Zion National Park
Hiking guide and photographs for trails and routes for the Kolob Canyons, the remote northwestern section of Zion National Park.
added Jun 7, 2026
Read article →Mesa Arch Trail (U.S. National Park Service)
Island in the Sky, Canyonlands · Significance: Trailhead, Viewpoint · Amenities · 3 listed · Parking - Auto, Scenic View/Photo Spot, Trailhead · Perched at the edge of the mesa top, this 27-foot-long (8.3 m) arch frames views of the canyon far below and the La Sal Mountains in the distance.
added Jun 6, 2026
Read article →Coyote Buttes North Advanced Lottery (The Wave), Paria Canyon-Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness - Recreation.gov
Permit-holders are given a route description, which includes a route map, photo guide and GPS coordinates along the suggested route to the Wave. The hike to the Wave is a physically demanding 6.4 mile round-trip hike.
added Jun 6, 2026
Read article →10 Best hikes and trails in Natural Bridges National Monument | AllTrails
Sipapu Bridge to Kachina Bridge Loop ... According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Natural Bridges National Monument is Sipapu Bridge, which has a 4.8 star rating from 660 reviews.
added Jun 5, 2026
Read article →Angels Landing Permits & Hiking - Zion National Park (U.S. National Park Service)
435-772-3256 If you have questions, please email zion_park_information@nps.gov. Listen to recorded information by calling anytime 24 hours a day. Rangers answer phone calls from 10 a.m.
added Jun 5, 2026
Read article →Dead Horse Point Rim Hiking Trails | Utah State Parks
By itself, the East Rim Trail amounts to 1.5 miles between the visitor center and Dead Horse Point. An additional half-mile can be added by taking the Basin Overlook spur. This side trail quickly drops about 100 feet off the mesa top to a shelf that offers spectacular, and typically more secluded vi…
added Jun 5, 2026
Read article →Goblin Valley State Park | Utah State Parks
Journey to this strange and colorful valley, which is unlike any other in Utah! The landscape, covered with sandstone goblins and formations, is often compared to Mars. Explore the geology and camp among the nooks and gnomes. Park activities include hiking, camping, mountain biking, disc golf, range…
added Jun 4, 2026
Read article →8 Bryce Canyon Hikes for Hoodoos, Stone Arches, and Even Waterfalls | Condé Nast Traveler
Offering up some of the best views ... famous hoodoo in the park), the Navajo Loop begins and ends at Sunset Point. Yes, the trail dips below the amphitheater’s rim, and yes, it wanders through loads of Bryce Canyon’s apricot pinnacles of ...
added Jun 4, 2026
Read article →10 Best hikes and trails in Arches National Park | AllTrails
There are plenty of short hikes, ... Window Viewpoint. If you are feeling adventurous (and energetic), try the Devil's Garden Primitive Trail....
added Jun 3, 2026
Read article →The Complete Guide to Hiking the Narrows in Zion (Gear, Permits, Tips, and more!) - Fresh Off The Grid
This route begins at the Temple of Sinawava, accessible by the Zion Canyon Shuttle, and does not require a permit. You can venture as far as Big Spring before turning back, covering a total distance of about 10 miles round trip.
added Jun 3, 2026
Read article →Needles District | List | AllTrails
Explore Needles District - view hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
added Jun 2, 2026
Read article →Buckskin Gulch Guide: Hike the World's Longest Slot Canyon
Experience Buckskin Gulch, the Southwest's deepest slot canyon. From day hikes to multi-day treks, discover surreal sandstone walls. Book your permits online!
added Jun 2, 2026
Read article →5 Underrated San Rafael Swell Hiking Trails | Visit Utah
You can easily access the trailhead via the Moore Cutoff Road a few miles north of Emery, Utah, just off Highway 10. From here, it’s an easy half-mile hike along the ridge to the main petroglyph panel. Keep an eye out for other petroglyphs on the surrounding cliffs and boulders. Petroglyphs at the R…
added Jun 2, 2026
Read article →Utah's Uinta Highline Trail Hiking Guide
Stretching approximately 105 miles from the western trailhead at the Crystal Lake Campground to the eastern trailhead at the Hayden Pass, this trail is ideal for those seeking a multi-day backpacking adventure while immersing themselves in the ...
added Jun 1, 2026
Read article →Complete Guide to the Cathedral Valley Loop (+ Map & Best Route)
Everything you need to know to drive the Cathedral Valley Loop in Capitol Reef National Park, Utah.
added May 31, 2026
Read article →Best Hiking in Bears Ears National Monument, Utah protecting Cedar Mesa, Grand Gulch containing amazing rock art and ruins.
Best hikes lead to amazing rock art and ruins. Top hiking trails include Moon House Ruins, Procession Panel, Owl Creek Canyon, Seven Kivas, Bullet Canyon, Government Panel, Kane Gulch, Bannister House Ruins, Mule Canyon, Slickhorn Canyon, Road Canyon and Cave Canyon Towers
added May 31, 2026
Read article →Coyote Gulch Hike | Utah.com
The trailhead is co-located with some water tanks on the Fortymile Ridge, just south and west of the confluence of Coyote Gulch and Escalante Canyon. From that position, hikers can choose to follow the popular route, going from the tanks up to Crack-in-the-Rock, and down to the river, before heading…
added May 31, 2026
Read article →Lesser-Known Hikes | Explore Utah Valley
Turn a hike with your kids into a treasure hunt. Search for hidden caches as you explore these lesser-known hikes—and be sure to bring a few trinkets to leave for other people to find! This summer, get a real break from the modern world. Saddle up your horse and take a leisurely ride through Utah …
added May 31, 2026
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