THE FAMILY TRAIL ATLAS
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13 family hikes ready to compare
Sandy foothills ★ 4.5
Bell Canyon Reservoir
A flexible reservoir hike with broad valley views and several good turnaround points.2.3 miles Distance560 ft ElevationEasy–Moderate Difficulty
Draper foothills ★ 4.6
Bonneville Shoreline – Hidden Valley
Rolling foothill trail with broad valley views and a wild, open feel.3.4 miles Distance680 ft ElevationModerate Difficulty
Little Cottonwood Canyon ★ 4.8
Cecret Lake
A compact alpine adventure known for wildflowers, granite peaks and a beautiful lake.1.8 miles Distance465 ft ElevationModerate Difficulty
Sandy ★ 4.6
Dimple Dell Nature Park
A broad natural corridor with flexible loops, bridges and room to wander.2–6 miles DistanceVaries ElevationEasy Difficulty
Big Cottonwood Canyon ★ 4.8
Donut Falls
A shaded canyon favorite with creek scenery and a memorable waterfall destination.3.5 miles Distance531 ft ElevationModerate Difficulty
Salt Lake City foothills ★ 4.6
Ensign Peak
A short climb with a huge panoramic payoff over the city and Great Salt Lake.1.0 mile Distance374 ft ElevationEasy Difficulty
Cottonwood Heights ★ 4.7
Ferguson Canyon Lower Trail
A wooded canyon trail with creek crossings and a choose-your-own-distance feel.2.2 miles Distance620 ft ElevationModerate Difficulty
Murray ★ 4.5
Jordan River Parkway – Winchester Park
A flat, paved river path with an easy playground-and-walk combination.1–5 miles DistanceMostly flat ElevationEasy Difficulty
Big Cottonwood Canyon ★ 4.9
Lake Blanche
A strenuous climb to dramatic alpine lakes beneath Sundial Peak.6.8 miles Distance2,700 ft ElevationHard Difficulty
Little Cottonwood Canyon ★ 4.6
Lisa Falls
A tiny trail with a big family payoff: granite walls, shade and a seasonal waterfall.0.3 mile Distance95 ft ElevationEasy Difficulty
Downtown Salt Lake City ★ 4.7
Memory Grove & Freedom Trail
A streamside city walk that quickly feels removed from downtown.2.5 miles Distance320 ft ElevationEasy Difficulty
Sandy foothills ★ 4.6
Rocky Mouth Waterfall
A short foothill climb to a shady waterfall tucked into a rocky canyon.0.8 mile Distance282 ft ElevationEasy–Moderate Difficulty
Big Cottonwood Canyon ★ 4.8
Silver Lake Boardwalk
An accessible alpine loop with water, mountain views and frequent wildlife sightings.0.9 mile Distance45 ft ElevationEasy Difficulty
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