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Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

Hiking to Adam’s Canyon Waterfall is one of Utah’s most beautiful and popular waterfalls.

About

Nestled into the end of the canyon, and surrounded by trees and rock, Adam’s Canyon Waterfall is 40 ft tall. It’s a very scenic trail, as it weaves its way along the stream, where dogs can play and you can dip your feet in when its hot outside. This is a great hike year-round and gets crowded by mid-morning. Set your alarm clock so you can get up early early to enjoy the falls alone. In Summer expect to pass literally 100 people or more.

Winter is a great time to go since fewer people hike here, but you’ll want to check avalanche danger before going. Since you will be hiking in a somewhat narrow canyon, the threat of a major slide is possible. Also, make sure you have the 4 Must Hike Items for Winter Hiking before heading out!

Directions

From SLC drive north on I-15, and take exit 394 to merge onto US-89 North. After exiting, drive 6.2 miles and take exit 109. Turn right at the top of the ramp, then an immediate left. The trailhead parking is on both sides of N Eastside Dr E. Here’s a driving map.

Trail Info

Distance: 3.7 miles RT

Elevation gain: 1400 ft

Time: 3-4 hours

Dog friendly? Yes, off leash

Kid friendly? Yes

Fees/Permits? None

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

 This is the start of the hike, take the stairs in the South East corner of the parking lot. Walk along the chain link fence heading East, then start working up the switchbacks.

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

 The first 20 minutes of the hike will involve hiking up these switchbacks, along the wood fence.

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

 The trail levels out briefly, and Adam’s Canyon Waterfall comes into view. At the first trail split, stay right. Even though it was blue skies and sunny, it sure was cold! Charlie loves his Ruffwear Powder Hound jacket. He typically only needs to wear it when it’s under 25F.

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

Entering the canyon! Back to the cold in the shade.

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

Stay left at the 2nd trail split.

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

Several small hills will get your heart pumping.

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

I love how the sun in winter lights up the ridgeline to the North!

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

 Around mile 1.5, there is a bridge. However, it was overflowing with water and it wasn’t frozen enough for me to cross. I looked for another way to cross…

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

So instead, I hiked up and around the big boulder on the left, and found these two logs to cross on. It seems like a popular spot to cross, as a few handholds have been screwed in with small wood blocks. This is looking back and what I just crossed. It looks bad but it was easy with the handholds.

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

Next hike along a small cliff side.

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

The view opens up more and you only have about 0.2 miles left until you reach Adam’s Canyon Waterfall!

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

Hike past another, shorter cliff area. You’re so close now!

January 2018

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

Adam’s Canyon Waterfall in 2018 with Charlie and our friend.

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

Hiking to Adam’s Canyon Waterfall in Summer

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

 So green!

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

 A newly added official trail sign.

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

 Plenty of water for the pups.

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

 When you want to pose, but your dog doesn’t!

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

Fun times with friends!

 

Trail Map

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