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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. Nestled into the end of the canyon, and surrounded by trees and rock, sits this 40 ft waterfall. 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 less 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: 4 miles RT

Elevation gain: 1400 ft

Time: 3-4 hours

Dog friendly? Yes, off leash

Kid friendly? Yes

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

 This is the start of the hike. Walk along the chain link fence, 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 for a little bit, and Adam’s Canyon comes into view.

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

 As we got up higher we could see we finally got out of the smog layer and a nice view of Kaysville and Centerville, UT.

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

 Finally in the canyon! There were several spots that were very photo worthy!

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

 We hiked here the day after a big snowstorm. As you can see by the snow layers, there was a good 4-6 inches of fresh snow. This full layer was probably 1-2 ft.

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

 Cross the bridge.

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

 On the way up you’ll pass by a mini waterfall, and in winter this turns into an ice cave.

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

 Stopping to take more photos of the fresh deep powder!

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

 Cross under the low hanging log, and you’re only 10 minutes from the waterfall! This log no longer overhangs, it was cut down.

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

My first time to Adam”s Canyon Waterfall in 2016! Charlie and I climbed up the snow and ice so we could get as close to to the waterfall as possible.

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

 There was a lot of snow around the waterfall, but I was surprised to see that it wasn’t fully frozen over.

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

Panorama of the waterfall area. There is plenty of space to take a seat to enjoy the view and have a snack or drink hot chocolate. As mentioned before, I highly recommend you hike up here as early as you can so you get the place to yourself, like we did.

January 2018

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

Adam’s Canyon Waterfall in 2018, same spot!

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

Way less snow on Jan. 1, 2018.

September 2019

Hiking to Adam's Canyon Waterfall

 A newly added flag on the switchbacks.

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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