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Hilly Trails & Hill Workouts in Utah
Utah has 185 trails with hills and elevation in this directory, across 54 cities and towns — Salt Lake City, Draper, Provo, Sandy and 50 more. Climbing and vert — hill repeats, and the strength flat running never builds.
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Sugar House Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 6,596 reviews
This sprawling green space with a pond lures locals for long walks, bike rides, basketball & soccer.
Snow Canyon State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 4,942 reviews
Scenic locale offering trails for hiking, climbing & horseback riding amid dunes & sandstone cliffs.
Pioneer Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 3,878 reviews
Rocky 52-acre park featuring Dixie Rock, views of the city, hiking, BBQs & a covered pavilion.
Memory Grove
4.8 ★★★★★ 3,368 reviews
Serene space with monuments, fountains, creekside paths, an off-leash area & picnic tables.
Ensign Peak Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 3,084 reviews
Easy to manage trail featuring a monument to early settlers that features panoramic views of the city and the Salt Lake Valley.
Red Cliffs National Conservation Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,565 reviews
Divided into upland & lowland sections, this protected area is famous for its red-rock cliffs.
Lodestone Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,020 reviews
Sports fields/courts, a big playground, zip line & picnic shelter are the draw at this popular park.
Wardle Fields Regional Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,892 reviews
Splash-pad park with a playground, plus picnic tables, basketball hoops, zip lines, slides, a baseball field and a fountain.
Tanner Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,775 reviews
Amenities at this park include a little league field, tennis court, paved walkway & playground.
Wasatch Mountain State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,713 reviews
Scenic preserve offering 2 golf courses, trails for horseback riding, plus winter sports & camping.
Highland Glen Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,698 reviews
Un-lifeguarded pond-swimming & picnic facilities are available at this family-friendly public park.
Bear Canyon Suspension Bridge Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,478 reviews
Scenic valley hiking area featuring a sturdy, kid-friendly suspension bridge with canyon views, plus level trails and waterfalls.
Rock Canyon Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,288 reviews
Sprawling green space with a trail & playgrounds, plus a volleyball court, horseshoes & disc golf.
29th Street Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,260 reviews
Part of the Ogden trails network, this is the start of a short, strenuous hike to a waterfall.
Battle Creek Falls Trail Head
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,216 reviews
Fairly easy, forested canyon trail to multiple waterfalls and a small lake.
Adams Canyon Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,211 reviews
Challenging outing on a sandy-and-rocky trail to a waterfall and other cascades.
Bell Canyon Granite Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,169 reviews
Family-friendly hike featuring waterfalls and valley views.
Creekside Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,105 reviews
Tranquil outdoor area featuring slides, swings, trails and a water park.
Lower Calf Creek Falls
4.9 ★★★★★ 1,059 reviews
Misting 126-ft. waterfall featuring a natural pool at its base, reachable by a scenic hike.
Big Cottonwood Regional Park - Big Cottonwood Area
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,003 reviews
Public 89-acre park featuring a nature area & pond, a jogging trail, a playground & picnic tables.
West Bountiful City Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 949 reviews
Popular space featuring multiple playgrounds, baseball fields and a fitness trail.
Big Cottonwood Regional Park - Creekside Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 884 reviews
Relaxed park with a playground for kids, plus 18 or 20-21-hole disc golf courses.
Ensign Peak
4.8 ★★★★★ 794 reviews
City park featuring a short, steep trail to an expansive scenic overlook with a historic monument.
Y Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 802 reviews
Y-shaped landmark on a mountain reached at the end of a steep trail of an hour or so.
Neffs Canyon
4.7 ★★★★★ 792 reviews
Pet-friendly trail system with snowshoeing for dogs and families.
Rocky Mouth Trail Head
4.7 ★★★★★ 784 reviews
Beginning point for a popular, mile-long nature walk to a steep cascade & pool of water.
Mount Olympus Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 739 reviews
Hiker's favorite, the steep trail leads to a summit with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains; also popular at sunset.
Donut Falls
4.8 ★★★★★ 674 reviews
Easy trail featuring a waterfall that flows through a doughnut-shaped hole in a rock and down into a cave.
Draper Cycle Park "The DCP"
4.7 ★★★★★ 658 reviews
Bike park featuring dirt jump lines for various skill levels and a pump track.
The Living Room Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 653 reviews
Starting point to a route leading to an overlook with sandstone slabs set up to resemble recliners.
Tunnel Springs Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 642 reviews
Kid-friendly venue amid rolling hills featuring playground equipment and tennis courts.
Lower Bell Canyon Reservoir
4.8 ★★★★★ 626 reviews
Kid-friendly hiking area offering views of a reservoir, valleys, and abundant wildlife.
Rock Canyon
4.8 ★★★★★ 566 reviews
Hiking and climbing spot that runs through a canyon with a waterfall.
Orson Smith Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 551 reviews
Family-friendly park with a short trail leading to the Bear Canyon suspension bridge.
Bell Canyon Boulders Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 537 reviews
Hikes to the Bell Canyon Reservoir, with views of the valley, flowers, and a waterfall, plus longer hikes to Twin Peaks.
Storm Mountain Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 543 reviews
Recreation area with picnic tables and a playground, plus sports fields, tennis courts, and a trail.
West Valley City Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 591 reviews
Green space featuring baseball fields, a covered pavilion, picnic tables, and playgrounds.
Flat Iron Mesa Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 525 reviews
Large urban space featuring a paved path, picnic tables and soccer fields, plus playgrounds and tennis courts.
Ferguson Canyon Trail Head
4.6 ★★★★★ 508 reviews
Hiking trail with views, waterfalls, rock climbing areas, and wildflowers.
Chuckwalla Trail Head
4.7 ★★★★★ 486 reviews
Red rocks & desert wildlife at a popular connector trail in the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve.
Little Mountain Summit
4.7 ★★★★★ 480 reviews
Mountain spot with trail hiking and cycling options, plus parking.
Waterfall Canyon
4.8 ★★★★★ 467 reviews
Hiking trail with a waterfall, featuring frozen falls, exposed sections and views.
New Bearclaw Poppy Navajo Trailhead (Biking)
4.8 ★★★★★ 460 reviews
Mountain biking area offering a network of smooth, single-track trails for riders of all skill levels.
Fantasy Canyon
4.7 ★★★★★ 451 reviews
Canyon with dramatic, craggy rock formations featuring pinnacles & small arches, popular for hiking.
Mueller Park Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 448 reviews
Hiking and biking destination featuring well-established paths shaded by trees and a campground.
Dry Canyon Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 443 reviews
Steep hiking locale with a meadow, cliffs and lookout points, plus mountain-biking options.
Cecret Lake Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 433 reviews
Wildflower-filled alpine lake reached via leisurely trails that wind through trees and boulders.
22nd Street Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 438 reviews
Hiking area featuring trails through canyon terrain with wildlife sightings.
Grove Creek Canyon Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 409 reviews
Mountain hike to a waterfall at the mouth of Grove Creek Canyon.
Millcreek Canyon
4.7 ★★★★★ 415 reviews
Scenic canyon offering trails for hiking, running & biking, plus picnic areas & a mountain yurt.
Fernwood Recreation Site
4.7 ★★★★★ 376 reviews
Trails lead up the hills to a picnic site overlooking the city at this public recreation area.
Slate Canyon Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 367 reviews
Valley view, green canyon and foothill spot featuring a trail network for hiking and mountain biking, plus picnic areas.
City Creek Canyon Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 366 reviews
Popular hiking & jogging trail offers sweeping views of downtown Salt Lake City.
Olympus Hills
4.6 ★★★★★ 367 reviews
Playground, tennis courts and picnic tables dot this park with walking paths.
Bloods Lake Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 354 reviews
Hiking area with alpine lakes and mountain views, a kid-friendly trail, and a pit toilet.
Adams Canyon Lower Falls - Access by Adams Canyon main trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 350 reviews
Kid-friendly hiking area featuring a waterfall and a mix of wide and narrow paths.
Bell Canyon Waterfall
4.8 ★★★★★ 336 reviews
Challenging hiking trail featuring a waterfall, a reservoir and a lake.
Barker Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 347 reviews
Newer park with an amphitheater for concerts and play performances, plus hilly areas for sledding in winter and an area for picnics.
Potato Hill Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 333 reviews
Hilly destination for mountain biking and hiking, as well as an outpost for fireworks viewing.
Ogden 27th Street Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 321 reviews
Popular outdoor area with hiking trails, plus bouldering and a spring.
Bridger Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 331 reviews
Park featuring volleyball and pickleball courts, as well as picnic tables and a playground.
Red Reef Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 303 reviews
Popular hiking area with picnic tables and a public restroom, featuring scenic views and a waterfall.
Memorial Hill
4.9 ★★★★★ 288 reviews
Hill landmark featuring a memorial to US veterans, along with flags.
Grandeur Peak (Face) Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 303 reviews
Strenuous hike up a valley overlook, featuring mountain views and steep inclines.
Wind Cave Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 294 reviews
Starting spot for a popular 1.8-mi. hike up to a dramatic viewpoint with arched rock formations.
Kays Creek Parkway
4.6 ★★★★★ 300 reviews
This 100-acre area includes 2.5 mi. of paved trail, 4 trailheads & wildlife-information placards.
Lehi Family Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 300 reviews
Vast playground with slides, ropes courses and swings as well as splash pads and a zipline.
Millcreek Pipeline Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 282 reviews
Scenic trail popular with hikers and cyclists.
Lake Mary Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 282 reviews
Hiking area offering trails with lake views and wildflowers at varying elevations.
Three Peaks Recreation Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 293 reviews
Park featuring biking trails, rock crawling, a model-plane field, picnicking, pavilions & more.
Ogden Nature Center North Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 290 reviews
Hiking area with trail options for exploring nature and viewing mountain scenery.
Adams Canyon Waterfall
4.9 ★★★★★ 263 reviews
Waterfall hike, known for its canyon vistas, and also popular for dog walking.
Little Cottonwood Creek Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 268 reviews
Easy-going riverfront trail for hiking and mountain biking, also used for family outings.
Rosecrest Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 282 reviews
Large park for soccer and sledding, featuring a playground and a disc golf course.
Canyon Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 267 reviews
Sporty playground with a timed obstacle course and a 40m racing area.
Snow Canyon State Park Petrified Sand Dunes
4.9 ★★★★★ 256 reviews
Kid-friendly park featuring red rock formations and petrified dunes, plus scenic walking trails.
Wilderness Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 264 reviews
Park offering wooded trails for hiking and mountain biking, plus an orienteering course.
Southview Trailhead - Iron Hills Trail System (mountain biking)
4.7 ★★★★★ 248 reviews
Trails, with options for biking and walking as well as a downhill climb, and rock gardens.
Willow Heights
4.7 ★★★★★ 230 reviews
Trail leading to a lake (and a meadow) where hikers can spot moose.
West View Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 256 reviews
Park with a playground, picnic tables, and facilities for tennis, basketball, and baseball.
Slick Rock Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 233 reviews
Park featuring a 9-foot-tall rock-climbing wall and loop path.
Buffalo Peak
4.8 ★★★★★ 213 reviews
Fairly easy hike to a mountaintop vista via dirt and gravel paths.
Hunter Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 224 reviews
Park, featuring slides, swings and a grassy area with picnic tables and a playground.
Deer Creek/Dry Creek/North Mountain Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 208 reviews
Short hiking trail leading to Horsetail Falls, passing through a forest and alongside a river.
Mill Hollow Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 217 reviews
Neighborhood park with a paved path, a playground and picnic tables and benches.
Timpanogos Cove Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 212 reviews
Quiet, hilly park featuring a playground and swings for kids, plus views of the valley and mountains.
Lewis Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 220 reviews
Park with athletic fields, a playground, and pavilion, plus a hill for sledding in winter.
Red Hollow Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 199 reviews
Popular recreation area featuring red rock formations and hiking and bike trails for all skill levels.
Mitchell Hollow Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 211 reviews
Park offering trails, soccer, and baseball fields, as well as a playground, and picnic areas.
Rock Canyon
4.8 ★★★★★ 191 reviews
Kid-friendly hiking area known for rock climbing and mountain-like scenery.
Horsetail Falls
4.8 ★★★★★ 186 reviews
Challenging hike to a waterfall on a creek (Horsetail Falls) or river amid rockier terrain.
Rock Canyon Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 185 reviews
Popular hiking area with routes that range from easy paved paths to challenging climbs.
McGriff Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 197 reviews
Park with a soccer field, a playground, and a pirate ship playset, plus a track and picnic tables.
Temple Quarry Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 190 reviews
Easy trail for all ages, with views of the surrounding area and the occasional bench.
Gloria Falls Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 175 reviews
Popular trek through the woods to rocky, pretty waterfalls and views.
Terrace Hills Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 176 reviews
Hiking area with many routes, including the well-maintained Avenues Twin Peaks Trail.
Teton Estates Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 183 reviews
Kempt kid-friendly park featuring playgrounds, disc golf, and tennis courts.
Glenn Weaver Memorial Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 194 reviews
Kid-friendly playground featuring swings, a slide and picnic tables.
Blacksmith Fork Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 164 reviews
Activity-heavy park featuring playgrounds, splash pads, baseball fields and a disc golf course.
Elephant Rock
4.7 ★★★★★ 159 reviews
Popular hiking trail with scenic views that's suitable for biking and dogs.
Red Rock Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 161 reviews
Easily accessible outdoor rock-climbing spot featuring a selection of beginner and expert options.
Holbrook Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 161 reviews
Hiking spot featuring scenic canyon views, bridges, and a creek.
Dino Cliffs Trailhead
4.4 ★★★★☆ 164 reviews
Area featuring hiking trails with preserved dinosaur footprints.
Spring View Farms Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 155 reviews
Kid-friendly hiking area with a public restroom, photo opportunities, and mountain views.
Thunderbird Garden Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 151 reviews
Area with hiking trails and a disc golf course, featuring red rock formations.
Beus Canyon Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 149 reviews
Trail with thick foliage leading to a creek and featuring views of the valley.
Living Room Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 148 reviews
Hike featuring 'furniture' rocks for seating and a city backdrop.
2750 North Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 148 reviews
Hiking area popular with bikers and horseback riders featuring a trail to Big Rock, with views.
Crimson Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 144 reviews
Well-rated hiking trail featuring scenic views, including tall cliffs and fall colors.
Provo River Parkway Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 136 reviews
Shaded, multi-use path along a river, popular for hiking and biking, with canyon access.
Slate Canyon Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 127 reviews
Hiking, biking, skiing and horse riding trail with creek crossings, rock formations and views of Provo Peak.
Cove Wash Trailhead/ Barrel Roll
4.7 ★★★★★ 126 reviews
Popular spot for mountain biking, with winding hills and trails for varied skill levels.
Yellow Fork Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 126 reviews
Shady spot for hiking featuring kid-friendly trails, plus horse riding and mountain biking.
Yant Flat Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 123 reviews
Hiking area featuring a straightforward trek with colorful rock formations and views.
Little Valley Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 120 reviews
Mountain-biking area offering several short loops for beginners to learn technique.
Dinosaur Trackway Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 116 reviews
Trail featuring rocky terrain, leading to the discovery of black-painted dinosaur footprints.
Babylon Arch Trailhead
4.5 ★★★★★ 120 reviews
Red rock hills, plus a river and arch reachable via an easy-to-moderate trail.
Butterfield Canyon
4.5 ★★★★★ 119 reviews
Mountainous destination for hiking and biking, plus camping.
Bonneville Shoreline Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 110 reviews
Hiking area with a public restroom offering trails for walking, running, and biking.
Peak View Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 110 reviews
Well-maintained trailhead for hikers and mountain bikers alike, with scenic views and picnic tables.
Johnson Canyon Trailhead (Fee Area)
4.8 ★★★★★ 102 reviews
Family-friendly trail featuring a waterfall at the end and an arch along the way.
Hurricane Hill Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 100 reviews
Scenery-rich trail for hiking and biking/running that also features views.
Donner Trail Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 98 reviews
Park with 2 playgrounds, picnic tables, and a trail, plus sunset views.
Tomahawk Natural Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 90 reviews
Nature preserve with kid-friendly hiking, and mountain biking trails.
Douglas Street Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 89 reviews
Hiking, biking, and exploring a cave in an area that's good for kids.
Yankee Doodle Canyon
4.7 ★★★★★ 84 reviews
Hiking trail featuring a picturesque slot canyon, plus rappelling opportunities.
Carolina Hills Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 82 reviews
Popular area for hiking, including a kid-friendly jungle-themed trail, and horseback riding.
Big Hollow Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 87 reviews
Sizable park featuring play structures for tots and older kids, as well as sledding hills.
Juniper Crest Trailhead.
4.2 ★★★★☆ 90 reviews
Area for hiking and mountain biking featuring a reservoir.
Avenues Twin Peaks
4.8 ★★★★★ 75 reviews
Kid-friendly area with trails for hiking and mountain biking, plus scenic views.
Lambert Park South Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 78 reviews
Popular site for hiking amid poppies, with remnants of a homestead and views of the mountains.
Mount Nebo / North Peak Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 68 reviews
Hiking area with reviews mentioning elevation gain.
Owens Loop Trailhead
4.4 ★★★★☆ 66 reviews
Trail featuring views of the city and redrock formations.
Left Fork Mapleton Canyon Trailhead
4.5 ★★★★★ 64 reviews
Hiking and horseback riding are among the activities available at this campground.
Moonshine Arch Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 60 reviews
Hiking area featuring an accessible arch with scenic views.
Forebay Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 61 reviews
Local hiking destination with rocky paths, a reservoir and a small stream, plus mountain biking trails.
Hell’s Canyon Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 62 reviews
Sandstone and red dirt trail up to a mouth of two canyons, with waterfalls and rock formations.
East Side Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 57 reviews
Playground with swings, slides and fire pits amid hilly terrain, plus a covered eating area.
Dry Gulch Trail Head
4.7 ★★★★★ 58 reviews
Clearly-marked starting point for hikers & mountain bikers plus a gradual incline & smooth trail.
Confluence Park -- Laverkin South Entrance
4.5 ★★★★★ 57 reviews
Scenic river-ravine park offering hiking trails, plus views of the river.
Grove Creek Falls
4.8 ★★★★★ 53 reviews
Strenuous hiking area featuring a waterfall, mountain views, and a clearing at the top.
Dry Canyon
4.7 ★★★★★ 54 reviews
Hiking area with kid-friendly trails and valley views.
Three Falls Park
4.1 ★★★★☆ 60 reviews
Large, grassy park offering two playgrounds, a walking trail and fields.
Indian Road Trailhead
4.4 ★★★★☆ 51 reviews
Parking and trailhead for the Indian Road hiking trail, featuring views and wildflowers.
Salt Lake Valley Overlook
4.7 ★★★★★ 47 reviews
Hiking area known for an uphill trail with scenic views.
Turtle Hill
4.7 ★★★★★ 46 reviews
Kid-friendly area offering easy hiking trails and opportunities for biking and ATV riding.
Bonneville Shoreline Trail “Z” Connector
4.7 ★★★★★ 46 reviews
Park featuring kid-friendly hiking trails with scenic views overlooking the city.
The Farm MTB Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 44 reviews
Canyon Creek Drive Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 45 reviews
Shaded hiking route, also popular with mountain bikers and snowshoers, featuring creeks and meadows.
Jordan Narrows Trailhead
4.5 ★★★★★ 43 reviews
Hiking area featuring kid-friendly trails, a river, and scenic views.
Spring Creek Canyon Trail
4.3 ★★★★☆ 42 reviews
Popular 5-mile hiking path with a meadow, offering valley views and wildlife sightings.
Dark Trail
4.4 ★★★★☆ 39 reviews
Hiking area featuring a gradual trail that's family-friendly.
Wasatch Crest Trail
4.9 ★★★★★ 35 reviews
Downhill-heavy MTB trail accessed by shuttle where bikers have to yield to hikers.
Gobbler's Knob: Alexander Basin Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 15 reviews
Clark's Trail
5 ★★★★★ 11 reviews
Golden Eagle Peak
4.8 ★★★★★ 9 reviews
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