Morning in Emigration Canyon

Salt Lake City, Utah

Description

Vast mountain sceneryDry, barren landscapes in winter/fall and beautiful greenery in spring/summerGet away from the city

On your way through Emigration Canyon, you will first enter into mountains and drive past many houses. Eventually, the road will become more curved and make you do hairpin turns. You will often see bikes on the ride up and down Emigration Canyon.

Park at the top of Emigration Canyon. To the right of the road there is a dirt parking lot where you can leave your car, and to the left there is a large hill with a path and trail post.

The trail itself is deceptively easy - it is relatively flat, for the most part, but you will encounter small hills. At the beginning of the hike there is a glitter reservoir to the right, as you make your way deeper into the mountains. This makes for a wonderful view on a sunny day. You can turn around at any point along the trail.

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