Lookout Peak sits at an elevation of 8,954 ft up Killyons Canyon in Salt Lake County. The summit is not the most spectacular, but the ridge on the hike up offers fantastic views of Parley's Canyon, Emigration Canyon, and City Creek Canyon.
Heugh’s Canyon Waterfall is a short, dog-friendly hike in Salt Lake City between Big Cottonwood Canyon and Mt. Olympus. The trail is heavily forested, follows Heugh’s Creek, and ends at a beautiful waterfall, making it a great after-work hike or family-friendly adventure close to the city.
Wide Hollow Trailhead: Hiking the Herriman Stairs is a brand-new addition to the surrounding trail space, offering quite the workout with a 58-step timber step challenge staircase that gains 156 feet of elevation. It may not sound like much, but
Lake Blanche is truly one of the most picturesque alpine lakes in the Wasatch Mountains. With Sundial Peak towering above the three glacial lakes — Blanche, Florence, and Lillian — and the surrounding mountains forming a scenic natural bowl, the views are absolutely breathtaking. It’s one of those places that’s so beautiful, it’s hard to leave and head back to your car.
Perched at 8,700 feet, the Bear Claw Yurt is a serene escape surrounded by nature. Only 2 miles from the Trail Head, reaching the yurt means following a charming, non-motorized trail that meanders through the Lily Lake Ski Trail System.
Lisa Falls is an extremely easy-to-access waterfall, making it an ideal stop for kids, families, and anyone looking for a short scenic walk.
Soaking at Mystic Hot Springs – A Unique Utah Day Trip
Located in Monroe, Utah, about a 2.5-hour drive south of Salt Lake City, Mystic Hot Springs has been on my Utah Bucket List for quite some time. This weekend, a few friends and I finally made the trip—and it did not disappoint!
Maple Grove Hot Springs is located at the Northern end of the Bear River, along the scenic Oneida Narrows Reservoir in South Eastern Idaho. There are three large soaking tubs, plus a larger therapy pool. The tubs are formed from rock and mortar, and every pool offers a great view of the reservoir. This hot springs is not as well known as some of it's neighboring hot springs, so you'll see few people and tourists soaking here. There's no nearby restaurants, so its best to bring your own snacks or picnic lunch and the closest gas station is in Preston, ID. The water at Maple Grove Hot Springs is free flowing, sulphur free, and odor free, so you won't come out smelling like rotten eggs.