Holbrook Canyon in Bountiful, UT is one of my favorite trails in Davis County for a few reasons. Dogs are allowed off leash, it follows a stream, its really well shaded, not too steep, and you can choose your mileage. If you follow Holbrook Canyon all the way, you can reach the ridgeline, which is about 5 miles one way. Since we started at 6:30pm, we hiked 4 miles round trip. I was surprised at how high the stream was flowing – I’ve never seen it that high. Be prepared to wear water hiking shoes, such as Chacos or Keens.
Directions
From SLC head north on I-15 and take exit 317 for 400 N in Bountiful, UT. Head east on 400 North. At the stop sign on 1300 E, continue straight. The road will bend south, and just after the Bountiful Temple, the trailhead and parking lot will be on your left. The parking lot can fit up to 12-15 cars, and restrooms are available.
Trail Info
Distance: 4 miles RT (or further if you have time)
Elevation gain: 1,100 ft
Time: 2-4 hours
Dog friendly? Yes, off leash
Kid friendly? Yes, kids love the bridges!
May 2016
Official TH.
Head down the path that starts directly in the parking lot, on the south side.
You immediately see the stream, as the trail continues along it on the North side.
Charlie looks extra happy!
First stream crossing, about 10 minutes into the hike. If you walk left here, there is actually a bridge about 20 feet up the trail, but since we all had water shoes on we just crossed the stream.
2nd bridge. It was a little wobbly.
3rd bridge. The trail here was really washed out with the high water level, so either walk in the water or if you really want to try and stay dry walk on the bridge. This one was wobbly too from the high water.
The trail climbs a little elevation, and you get a really pretty view of the canyon.
Testing out my new water shoes – the Merrell Capra Rapid Hiking Water Shoe. At times the stream was almost knee deep, and these helped keep me from slipping in the current, and kept little rocks out of my shoe.
Sticky Purple Geranium found along the trail.
Find a good spot to turn around, and make your way back to the car the way you came.
June 1, 2019
We had such an amazing winter that the creek was overflowing! This was actually knee deep here.
But it was SO green!
Trail Map
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