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Hiking the Bowman Fork Trail

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Hiking the Bowman Fork Trail

The Bowman Fork Trail is located in Millcreek Canyon, and is popular for summiting Gobbler’s Knob. I usually do this hike after work during the week and don’t have time (or sometimes the energy!) to hike to the summit, so my goal is always White Fir Pass. I really like this trail in the summer months because it’s really well shaded, cooler, and it follows a stream that the dogs and drink from and play in. In Winter, it’s nice snowshoeing because you will hardly see anyone up here.

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To White Fir Pass it’s only 1.75 miles from the TH, a little further up the trail at 3 miles you will be at Baker Pass, then from there you can summit Gobbler’s Knob. Most winter gates in the canyons open July 1st, so you’ll have to walk up the road 1/2 mile before you even get to the Bowman Fork Trail. This area is popular in summer for families having picnics, as it is set off the main road. Here’s a list of all the reservable picnic areas and how to make reservations.

Directions

From SLC, head East on I-80, then take I-215 south. Take the exit for 3900 S, then turn left at the light. Turn left at the light again on Wasatch Blvd. Drive 100 yards and turn Right into Millcreek Canyon. The Bowman Fork Trail starts 3.8 miles past the fee station at the gate called “Elbow Fork Terraces” on your right. Park across from the gate, then walk up to the TH area, which starts just above the restrooms to the left (restrooms aren’t open until the winter gates open in July).

Trail Info

Distance: 5 miles RT (from the gate to White Fir Pass)

Elevation gain: 1,300 ft

Time: 2-3 hours

Dog friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed off leash on ODD days, and must be leashed on EVEN days.

Kid friendly? Yes

Fees/Permits? There is a $5 fee upon exit, or FREE if you buy the Annual Millcreek Pass ($50). Millcreek Canyon does NOT accept the National Park Pass, American Fork Pass, nor the Mirror Lake Highway pass. No permit is required to hike this trail.

Bowman Fork Trail, Millcreek Canyon, Utah, Hiking in Utah with Dogs

If you hike this in winter, you’ll start at the winter gate, and continue up the road to the official TH. Park across the street.

Bowman Fork Trail, Millcreek Canyon, Utah, Hiking in Utah with Dogs

Walking up the paved road to the Bowman Fork Trail.

Hiking the Bowman Fork Trail

The summer parking area. If this is full, you can also park near the Elbow Fork Terraces picnic area. (opposite direction of this photo).

Hiking the Bowman Fork Trail

Let’s go! If you forget a poop bag some are provided, but often times they run out so bring your own.

Hiking the Bowman Fork Trail

Great view of Mt.Raymond as you round the corner.

Hiking the Bowman Fork Trail

I love this hike in Summer – it’s so shady! Charlie was a happy boy.

Hiking the Bowman Fork Trail

Pass the official Mt. Olympus Wilderness sign.

Hiking the Bowman Fork Trail

You will cross a total of three bridges.

Hiking the Bowman Fork Trail

I also love that this stream flows year-round. Another great reason to hike here in Summer!

Hiking the Bowman Fork Trail
You will come to a sharp right turn. There may or may not be these branches to guide you so keep an eye out for it and follow the most traveled path.

Hiking the Bowman Fork Trail

After the sharp right turn you will hike up three long switchbacks. Almost there!

Hiking the Bowman Fork Trail

At White Fir Pass, our stopping point for this evening. You know you are there when you reach the ridge, and can see across to Mt. Raymond to the right, and Gobbler’s Knob to the left. It was hazy on this day!

Hiking the Bowman Fork Trail

We love this trail for an after-work hike!

Trail Map

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Nearby Hike

Hiking the Terraces Trail, Millcreek Canyon

Hiking the Terraces Trail, Millcreek Canyon

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