Rob's Trail in Park City, UT is a fun & easy trail that climbs a mere 1,000 ft over 2.5 miles to a beautiful overlook of The Canyons Ski Resort, Park City, and surrounding mountains. The trail works its way through evergreen forest, aspen trees, with great views along the way. This is a very popular trail, and therefore gets packed on weekends. In summer it's a popular trail with mountain bikers connecting from the Mid-Mountain Trail so be careful of bikes flying through in warm months. This trail is dog friendly as well, but the best time to hike here with your furry friend is in early in the morning to avoid the bikers.
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.
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.
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.
Willow Heights Lake is a popular destination year-round in Big Cottonwood Canyon for families looking for a short hike with the kids, for backcountry skiers in Winter, and for me, what I call a "bonus hike". A bonus hike is a super short hike that I will do after another longer hike in the area. In this case I just hiked the Mt. Wolverine Cirque to Brighton Lakes (8 miles), and wanted to see Willow Heights at the height of Fall.
Julie Andrews Meadow is a stunning alpine destination nestled in American Fork Canyon, accessed via the Timpooneke–Chris' Flat Trail (#151). The best time to visit is in early summer, when the landscape truly comes alive—reminiscent of Julie Andrews twirling through mountain meadows in The Sound of Music.
Hidden Falls is one of the easiest and most rewarding hikes in Big Cottonwood Canyon, located just off the side of the road. With only a tenth of a mile trail, it’s perfect for families, young kids, or visitors who aren’t into long hikes but still want to enjoy stunning scenery. This short, 5-minute walk leads to a picturesque waterfall that flows strongest in the spring. Along the way, you’ll also pass a historic, closed-off mine, adding a unique touch to this quick outdoor adventure.
Summit Park Peak (8,618 ft) – A Year-Round Hike Near Park City, Utah
Summit Park Peak is a moderate hike located between Salt Lake City and Park City, offering stunning 360-degree views of the Wasatch Mountains. Although officially labeled as “Point 8,618” on topographic maps, the peak overlooks the community of Summit Park, UT, making its informal name feel well earned.
The Oakley Ridge Trail is a moderate hike at only 6 miles round trip, with scenic view of the backside of the Wasatch Mountains and surrounding cities of Oakley and Kamas, Utah. Get your legs ready for a fun climb! About The