2.1 km away
Mill B South
This is a moderate hike that gains access to one of the most scenic lakes in the Wasatch.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 9.8 km
- Ascent
- 809 m
- Descent
- 809 m
Mineral Fork
Salt Lake City
Wasatch Backcountry
The Mineral Fork trail is a good moderate hike in Big Cottonwood Canyon. It follows an old mining road through the woods and into the high alpine.
Hiking Moderate
- Distance
- 7.4 km
- Ascent
- 1.1 km
- Descent
- 4 m
- Duration
- 3-4 hrs
- Low Point
- 2.1 km
- High Point
- 3.1 km
- Gradient
- 10˚
The Mineral Fork trail is a moderate hike along an old mining road with over 3,000 feet of elevation gain in 9 miles round trip. It starts with some switchbacks through the woods and opens up into a very rocky and rugged canyon with a rich mining history. The upper trail/road is on very loose shale and ends in a small filled in mining site. There is a saddle that can be reached with a little more effort that offers nice views to the west.
Difficulty
Moderate
Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.
Similar routes nearby
2.2 km away
Twin Peaks via Broad Forks Trail
The mighty Twin Peaks are the most visible and prominent mountains in the Wasatch front.
Extreme Hiking
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 1.6 km
- Descent
- 1.6 km
3.4 km away
Gobblers Knob
The trail up Gobblers Knob is a Wasatch classic that offers moderate hiking through aspen groves and into the open alpine.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 11 km
- Ascent
- 927 m
- Descent
- 927 m
3.4 km away
Mount Raymond
Mount Raymond is one of the tallest and most prominent peaks along the Big Cottonwood/Millcreek ridge.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 12 km
- Ascent
- 928 m
- Descent
- 926 m
3.4 km away
Butler Fork Loop
This is a 7 mile loop with 2,000 feet of elevation that passes through thick woods and opens up with breathtaking views across the canyon.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 11 km
- Ascent
- 610 m
- Descent
- 609 m
4.4 km away
Donut Falls
Scenic hike to a small waterfall in a narrow canyon.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 5.3 km
- Ascent
- 160 m
- Descent
- 160 m
4.4 km away
Cardiff Fork
This is an easy hike up an old road grade through a beautiful drainage lined by rugged alpine peaks.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 14 km
- Ascent
- 840 m
- Descent
- 841 m
4.4 km away
Kesler Peak
A very steep hike to one of the most prominent peaks in Big Cottonwood Canyon
Extreme Hiking
- Distance
- 9.8 km
- Ascent
- 941 m
- Descent
- 941 m
4.5 km away
Desolation Lake
This is a lovely moderate hike through some large aspen groves reaching a quiet little lake.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 12 km
- Ascent
- 606 m
- Descent
- 606 m
5.1 km away
Days Fork
The Days Fork trail is a little over 7 miles round trip with some good elevation gain through a heavily wooded canyon that opens up into the Alpine as you gain the Little Cottonwood Ridge.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 11 km
- Ascent
- 880 m
- Descent
- 880 m
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Guidebooks in this area
10 routes · Hiking
Escape Salt Lake City: Top Cottonwood Canyons Hikes
10 routes · Hiking
10 Stunning Hikes near Salt Lake City
10 routes · Alpine Climbing · Hiking
10 of the Best Peak Climbs near Salt Lake City
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