Located near Lower Loop of the S-Turn, located 5 miles up Big Cottonwood Canyon - This hike will take us back to the times when glaciers carved and molded the mountains around us. The many glaciated striations surrounding the lakes are amazing to witness. Lake Blanche shares this unique cirque with two other gorgeous lakes nestled up against Sundial (10,320') and Dromedary Peak (11,107').

The first 1/4 mile leads to a bridge crossing the stream and shifts the trail north momentarily before looping back south for the remainder of the hike. Slowly the trail veers away from the stream and eventually loses it all together. This causes sections of the trail to be hotter than normal on a sunny afternoon. Approximately half way to the lakes is a soothing meadow and our first glimpse of Sundial Peak towering directly over the lakes. Once we arrive at the lakes we will enjoy views of the south facing canyons of Big Cottonwood Canyon and waterfalls plunging hundreds of feet off of Sundial Peak. (Be sure to pack a lunch.)

Distance:  6.02 mile(s)
Elevation Gain:  2,720'
Highest Point:  8,880'
Estimated Time:  4.5 hour(s)
Level:  Intermediate

Located Mill D North parking area, located 9.5 miles up Big Cottonwood Canyon - Come experience equal amounts of terrain that would require two day hikes. Beginning at Mill D North, this loop hike will pass through a network of trails within the Wasatch Front. The first 2 miles will lead to the unique mountain setting at Dog Lake surrounded by rolling hills filled with vegetation. After Dog Lake, the trail drops into the east branch of Butler Fork for 2 miles and crosses the stream five times before reaching the bridge junction between the east and west branches of Butler Fork. You will follow the south trail to Butler Fork trailhead. Before concluding the afternoon, make a short side trip to Reynolds Peak (9,422'), hike at the foot of Gobblers Knob, and with a little luck see some wildlife. (Bring your own lunch).

Distance:  4.87 mile(s)
Elevation Gain:  1,520'
Highest Point:  8,720'
Estimated Time:  3.20 hour(s)
Level:  Intermediate

Located near 3536 East 3900 South - For a breath taking view with minimal amounts of effort, Mt. Aire is a great way to enjoy an evening. The well maintained Elbow Fork trail takes you to the very top (8,621'). There are a few steep sections along the way, but nothing to worry about. Once on top, you will be able to see down into Lambs Canyon, Parleys Canyon and a surprising view of Mount Olympus.

Distance:  3.5 mile(s)
Elevation Gain:  1,981'
Highest Point:  8,621'
Estimated Time:  3.74 hour(s)
Level:  Beginner

Located near 11248 S. Wasatch Blvd. (directly East of the LDS Chapel) - The Rocky Mouth trail is a great hike for any children to enjoy. It leads to a beautiful waterfall in less than a quarter of a mile, while only rising 200 feet in elevation. The beginning of the hike is misleading concerning its level of difficulty, but rest assured, after the first 100 yards it eases into a mild gradient level.

Distance:  .25 mile(s)
Elevation Gain:  200'
Highest Point:  5200'
Estimated Time:  30 Minutes
Level:  Novice

Located near 3536 East 3900 South - This hike offers outstanding views of Salt Lake City and is the beginning of the Desolation trail, the longest trail in the Wasatch Front. The trailhead is located in the Millcreek Restaurant parking area. Once in Thayne Canyon the trail branches west and east. We will follow the west branch and meander through a series of switchbacks the entire length of the hike.

Distance:  3.50 mile(s)
Elevation Gain:  1,250'
Highest Point:  7000'
Estimated Time:  3.0 hour(s)
Level:  Beginner

Located White Pine parking area 5.3 miles up Little Cottonwood Canyon on the south side of the road - White Pine and Red Pine Canyons have been the focus of much controversy concerning development and preservation, come and see why so many care about this terrain. After crossing the unforgiving Little Cottonwood River on a sturdy bridge, the Red and White Pine Canyon trails share the first mile on an abandoned dirt road that was developed for dam construction in the early nineteen hundreds. The White Pine trail follows the abandoned dirt road, turning sharply to the north. The Red Pine trail crosses the stream coming from White Pine Lake. Shortly after crossing the stream, the trail swerves south heading up Red Pine Canyon. After hiking a total of two and a half miles the trail reaches the Maybird Bridge junction. For the remaining 3/4 mile the gradient increases until finally reaching Red Pine Lake settled in a pristine cirque. (Be sure to bring the camera along with a small lunch).

Distance:  6.46 mile(s)
Elevation Gain:  1,940'
Highest Point:  9,640'
Estimated Time:  5.15 hour(s)
Level:  Intermediate

Located near southwest corner of the mouth of Big Cottonwood Canyon - The Willow Heights trail meanders through dense quaking aspen. Rising a mere 640 feet in elevation in 3/4 of a mile makes this getaway pleasant and rewarding. Even though the hike is relatively mild, visitors to the back country are prone to injury without the proper footwear.

Distance:  1.50 mile(s)
Elevation Gain:  600'
Highest Point:  8480'
Estimated Time:  1.40 hour(s)
Level:  Novice