This is a review for the hiking trails starting on the northeast side of the main parking lot…read more The trail offers beautiful views during the whole trip. It is a well maintained trail using soft, tan colored dirt, so traction will not be an issue. The first half of the trail does not offer much coverage, so prepare appropriate sunblock as needed. Later you will hike a well-shaded area that is just great for water breaks and resting away from the heat. Trail is partially dog friendly and gets narrow as you head south. You will run into the watershed and want to hike on to enjoy the beautiful jagged cliffs and small canyon. However it is private property so you want be able access it.

This Trail is rated easy. Trail is dog friendly if on a leash, and good for small children…read more It is mostly in the shade with some sunny spots. Pretty easy elevation gain, can do in less than 30 minutes, in and out or you can hook on to the Bonneville Trail which will make your hike longer.

OH the stairs, the stairs. They can be a blessing or a curse. Stairs were put in to help with the…read morevery steep elevation gain going up to Mount Olympus or Bonneville Shoreline Trail. Personally I like hiking just on the dirt trail, even though there is a very steep elevation. Because it has been so dry this trailhead is very slippery. I didn't use any poles coming up here, and thought maybe I should have to help me from slipping every which way. This is another busy, busy trail, and is narrow in parts which makes it hard to pass. There is no shade on this trail if you turn off on the BST, except if you hike all the way down to the subdivision right towards the end there is a bit of shade, but for the most part there is none. This is also a very noisy trail, and you hear traffic all the way along the trail, unless you go further up closer to Mount Olympus. There has been no parking for years except on the street, so I was glad to see that there is a small one being built right by the trailhead. **Dogs are allowed on this trail, but please pick up after them. ***No bathroom available

"What was I thinking?" That phrase went through my mind over and over again on this hike. This…read morewas hard. 1) Bring a lot of water. I went on a day that was about 90 degrees in the valley, so I thought I was prepared by taking 3 liters of water in my camelbak and then another 16 oz Gatorade. I ran out of liquid. I was sooo dehydrated by the end. I typically carry around a 40 oz hydroflask everywhere, so I do drink more water than most people... but still... be prepared. 2) Trekking poles are a good idea for this hike. Definitely not needed, but lots of people had them and I was grateful for mine. My upper body was able to take a lot of the stress off of my quads and knees. 3) Bring snacks. I ate an apple, some fruit snacks, some almonds, half a protein bar, and some Clif Shot Blocks. I also brought tuna, but didn't touch it. You're working hard for an extended period of time. You need some fuel to keep you going. 4) Head up early, if you can! It seems like this hike typically takes people 3-8 hours. I was right in the middle with being just shy of 6 hours. I did go all the way to the top and I took a few good sit down breaks. 5) Last, but definitely not least. The scramble to the top? It's hard. You are climbing up big rocks. It's fairly technical. WEAR GOOD SHOES! Leave the worn out tennis shoes at home. Wear your best, most grippy trail shoes for this. I was terrified of this scramble. Almost turned around. But I made it up, and if you take it slow on the way back down, it's not too bad. You can do it. Just be safe, smart, slow.

This is a review from my 20 mile ride on the JRT…read more I started with the intention of just riding to the gym and back... it was 5 miles door to door. This was my first ride in over a year so I should have gone home. No gloves, no padded shorts, one water bottle. I usually ride with three Liters of water. I was feeling good so pressed on with a round trip goal of 20 miles. The trail, in my area, is clean, devoid of trash or dumped garbage. Refreshing and peaceful. Very quiet. Mostly runners, mountain bikers, walkers and the occasional E Bike... maybe going faster than they should but I'm not the Park Ranger. The trail runs under the road in the trailI traveled so there is never the risk of getting hit by a car. In Vegas they have bike lanes but the road is shared and bikers are in constant danger of being hit. This JRT makes me feel safe. Along the way there are businesses in view so if you wanted to take a break or needed assistance resources were not far away. People I encountered were friendly. I saw beavers in the river and a deer. I got a vigorous workout and should have taken it easier on my first ride in a long time but it was so gorgeous out. If your curious about riding the JRT Through Draper I highly recommend it. Safe, beautiful and clean there's no reason I shouldn't get back in shape riding the JRT. Thank you for making this trail available for recreation. NOTE! If you have a road bike, I don't recommend as there are a lot of turns to maneuver.

I rode the trail from the South starting at Taylorsville going north to Salt Lake City. I had to…read moreturn around at the Utah State Fair park due to the homeless blocking the trail, garbage, and I felt unsafe. Glass, garbage and tents were abundant north of the Japanese Gardens. The Japanese Gardens were very nice. If your downtown Salt Lake City on the Jordan River Trail be careful. Nothing like ride by a guy squatting on a Home Depot bucket taking a dump. Somebody is going to get hurt. Road the trail south the next day 15 miles from Taylorsville, very nice that part of the trail gets 5 stars.

Rocky Mouth Falls is one of the best hidden gems we've discovered along the Wasatch Front. It's…read morehard to believe such a beautiful waterfall is located just minutes from the city. The hike is relatively short, making it a great choice for families, beginners, or anyone looking for a quick outdoor adventure with a rewarding destination. The trail is well traveled and easy to follow, although there are a few rocky sections that require careful footing. Once you reach the waterfall, you're greeted by a peaceful setting with flowing water, towering canyon walls, and plenty of places to stop and enjoy the scenery. Since the waterfall is fed by a natural spring, it's especially nice knowing you can enjoy it throughout the year. One thing we really appreciated was how accessible this hike is. You can escape into nature without needing to drive deep into the mountains, making it a perfect option for a morning hike, an evening walk, or a spontaneous outdoor adventure. We also appreciated how well visitors respected the trail and surrounding area. It's important to stay on the designated path and be mindful of the nearby neighborhood so this hidden gem can remain enjoyable for everyone. If you're visiting Sandy or the Salt Lake Valley, Rocky Mouth Falls is definitely worth adding to your list. It's a beautiful hike with an even better reward, and we'd happily visit again! Check out our video on our socials @reessroots

Parking is avail along the main street on Wasatch Blvd. Just a heads up, the residential area on…read moreEagle View Drive has signs saying no parking if you're there for the trail. Once you park, you'll walk thru the neighborhood to reach the trail entrance. I actually enjoyed the walk and checking out the beautiful homes along the way. There are no public restrooms btw. The trail starts with 60+ stair steps, then it levels out into mostly flat gravel. Closer to the waterfall, there are some small rocks, and light water streams run over them, so just watch your step to avoid slipping. I climbed up the big rocks to get a closer look at the upper waterfall stream. Overall, it was an easy hike, but I spent a good few hours there soaking in the quiet nature during the week. There were only a handful of other hikers. On the way back, I did a short detour onto the Bonneville Shoreline Trail for about 30 mins in before I turned around since I wasn't familiar with that route.

There are some trails that you can start to wander on, and eventually find yourself at the end…read more This is likely not one of them-unless you are a long distance walker or really, REALLY dedicated to the trail. That's because this behemoth boasts 40 miles-running along the Jordan River. It's well marked and paved most of the way, so you'll have a hard time getting lost, as long as you stay on the trail. Depending on where you start your adventure, you may be able to find nearby parking. It's not so remote that you won't be able to safely ditch your car before hitting the trail. Who might you find out here? Well, for starters, there are people on foot. Lots of folks walking or running. I was also surprised to see plenty of bikers. I guess I was surprised just because the trail can be so hilly....and I have barely enough endurance to walk up the hill, slowly. Those bikers are hard core! I wouldn't think it would be good for motorized vehicles, although I did see plenty of open space that would be good for that, if it's allowed. I may see you out there some time. Or I probably won't-because even if we are both walking the trail, it's large enough that our paths may never cross.

The trailhead starts in the Timpooneke campground parking lot in American Fork Canyon. The cost is…read more$6 per car. You can pay at the parking lot- there are self-pay envelopes. If you don't have cash, like us, we stopped at the little guard shack at the mouth of AF canyon on our way out and paid. We hiked to the summit August 1 2018. Weather was perfect. We started the trailhead at 5AM and made the summit around 8:30. We hiked quite quickly and large groups or inexperienced hikers would definitely take longer. Average is around 4 1/2 hours to reach the summit. We took 3 liters of water each and it was more than enough. If it had been warmer we may have needed more- but we were back to our car by noon. The hike down took about 2 1/2 hours. We had read that it normally takes a little longer. We also took snacks- which were needed! Snickers bars and peanut m&ms were perfect. The hike wasn't technically difficult so much as just long. It definitely takes endurance. It's not for the faint of heart. I'd recommend being in good physical shape- 7.2 miles each way. The views were breathtaking. Only the last mile from the saddle to the tippy top had some scary heights. If you're afraid of heights, the last mile will be a little nerve wracking. However, it wasn't incredibly dangerous. I'm not a risk taker and I felt pretty safe. It got a little hot on the way down. I wouldn't recommend starting much later than 5am because it can start to get pretty hot as the day goes on and you'll be tired . And the top of the summit can be quite cold in the morning. I had a sweatshirt with me and was grateful for it!

A hidden Eagle Mountain trail that begins in-between two houses of a typical subdivision. The…read morebeginning had me a bit confused but once you continue now the clearly marked path, you realize there actually is a nice trail here. The path loops around the miniature mountain and loops back together from where you started, unless you take the wrong trail and end up climbing straight up the mountainside. The result will end is a magnificent view of Utah Valley and northern Utah valley, however it was not a easy trek for little kids. It wore mine out and was very slippery (don't let them wear flip flops...#momfail). If you stay on the CLEAR marked path, you should loop all the way around and have no trouble with tired feet or chance of getting hurt. It's about 1 mile all the way around.

Bingham Copper Mine Overlook! (GR2F+C5 Tooele, UT) Most take their 4WDs (more than AWDs) to reach…read moreit. If you're not using a heavy-duty vehicle, you're gonna wanna park lower and hike up. . Woulda been nice if the online sources mentioned this rough terrain beforehand. + Free parking and access. . I saw many vehicles park at Butterfield Peaks Trailhead (FRMC+PX Tooele, UT). . Possible to drive part of the way up the rocky, bumpy path to park at this elbow: 40.493501, -112.181366, then hike the rest of the way up. ~2mi round trip. - No shade throughout the hike. - Dry, sunny climate. + The first animal crossing of my trip occurred on this route! Cute rooster family just adorably crossing the road right in front of me. * Fun fact: Bingham Copper Mine yields +500 tons of Cu daily! One of the largest copper sources in the world.

The new mountain biking and hiking trails in Butterfield Canyon are excellent. It's a refreshing…read morecontrast to the frequently busy Corner Canyon trail network across the valley. The location is super convenient for me, and I love that they've built dedicated downhill mountain biking trails. Overall, Butterfield Canyon is a fantastic addition to the area for both riders and hikers.