Best Hikes Near Salt Lake City
Best Hikes Near Salt Lake City

Author: Lori J. Lee

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2012-06-05

Total Pages: 243

ISBN-13: 0762794984

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Here are forty-two of the best hikes, nearly all of them within an hour’s drive of Salt Lake City, Utah—from Deseret Peak to Waterfall Canyon. The hikes offer unbeatable views, waterfalls, mountain lakes, and fields of wildflowers. Whether you’re in the mood for an easy nature walk or a day-long hike, this guide offers plenty to choose from: Deseret Peak – Highest peak in the Stansbury Range Frary Peak – Highest peak on Antelope Island Brighton Lakes Tour – World-class wildflower displays Ferguson Canyon – The lesser known canyon Mount Timpanogos – The beloved trail of the Wasatch Diamond Fork Hot Springs – Natural hot springs Each hike features full-color photos; a brief route description; thorough directions to the trailhead (GPS coordinates included); a detailed, full-color trail map; and at-a-glance information on distance and difficulty level, hiking time, canine compatibility, and fees and permits. Inside you’ll also find a Trail Finder that categorizes each hike (e.g., for attractions such as best hikes for peak baggers, best view hikes, best easy access hikes, best hikes for dogs, best hikes for children, and best hikes for waterfalls); Green Tips; and information about local lore, points of interest, and the area’s array of wildlife.

Best Hikes Near Salt Lake City
Best Hikes Near Salt Lake City

Author: Lori J. Lee

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2012-06-05

Total Pages: 243

ISBN-13: 0762794984

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Here are forty-two of the best hikes, nearly all of them within an hour’s drive of Salt Lake City, Utah—from Deseret Peak to Waterfall Canyon. The hikes offer unbeatable views, waterfalls, mountain lakes, and fields of wildflowers. Whether you’re in the mood for an easy nature walk or a day-long hike, this guide offers plenty to choose from: Deseret Peak – Highest peak in the Stansbury Range Frary Peak – Highest peak on Antelope Island Brighton Lakes Tour – World-class wildflower displays Ferguson Canyon – The lesser known canyon Mount Timpanogos – The beloved trail of the Wasatch Diamond Fork Hot Springs – Natural hot springs Each hike features full-color photos; a brief route description; thorough directions to the trailhead (GPS coordinates included); a detailed, full-color trail map; and at-a-glance information on distance and difficulty level, hiking time, canine compatibility, and fees and permits. Inside you’ll also find a Trail Finder that categorizes each hike (e.g., for attractions such as best hikes for peak baggers, best view hikes, best easy access hikes, best hikes for dogs, best hikes for children, and best hikes for waterfalls); Green Tips; and information about local lore, points of interest, and the area’s array of wildlife.

Best Hikes Salt Lake City
Best Hikes Salt Lake City

Author: Lori J. Lee

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2018-05-30

Total Pages: 241

ISBN-13: 1493030132

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Here are forty-six of the best hikes, nearly all of them within an hour’s drive of Salt Lake City, Utah—from Deseret Peak to Waterfall Canyon. The hikes offer unbeatable views, waterfalls, mountain lakes, and fields of wildflowers. Whether you’re in the mood for an easy nature walk or a day-long hike, this guide offers plenty to choose from: Deseret Peak – Highest peak in the Stansbury Range Frary Peak – Highest peak on Antelope Island Brighton Lakes Tour – World-class wildflower displays Ferguson Canyon – The lesser known canyon Mount Timpanogos – The beloved trail of the Wasatch Diamond Fork Hot Springs – Natural hot springs Each hike features full-color photos; a brief route description; thorough directions to the trailhead (GPS coordinates included); a detailed, full-color trail map; and at-a-glance information on distance and difficulty level, hiking time, canine compatibility, and fees and permits. Inside you’ll also find a Trail Finder that categorizes each hike (e.g., for attractions such as best hikes for peak baggers, best view hikes, best easy access hikes, best hikes for dogs, best hikes for children, and best hikes for waterfalls); Green Tips; and information about local lore, points of interest, and the area’s array of wildlife.

Best Hikes Salt Lake City
Best Hikes Salt Lake City

Author: Lori Lee

Publisher: Falcon Guides

Published: 2018

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781493030125

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"Concise descriptions and detailed maps for more than forty-five easy-to-follow trails within an hour of Salt Lake City."--

Moon Take a Hike Salt Lake City
Moon Take a Hike Salt Lake City

Author: Mike Matson

Publisher: Moon Travel

Published: 2013-06-04

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781612385327

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When it comes to easy access to the "Great Outdoors," there are few major metropolitan areas in the United States that compare with Salt Lake City. In Moon Take a Hike Salt Lake City, avid outdoorsman Mike Matson shows you the best hikes in and around the Great Salt Lake-all within two hours of the city. With details on public transportation options and clear directions on how to reach the trailhead, Matson has all the bases covered. Suggested lists of hikes include: Best Hikes with Dogs Best Hikes for Families Best Cardiovascular Workouts Best Hikes to Vistas Best Hikes for Wildlife Viewing Best Quick Escapes Best Hikes to Historic Sites Let Matson show you all the worthwhile hikes, from short, flat routes suitable for families to day-long, steep treks for more advanced hikers. Each hike profile contains practical information including point-by-point trail navigation, contact information, facilities, fees, parking instructions, and an easy-to-use map for each trail. From the Wasatch Mountains to the Uintas, from Aspen Grove Trail to Frary Peak Trail, your trip begins with Moon Take a Hike Salt Lake City.

60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Salt Lake City
60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Salt Lake City

Author: Greg Witt

Publisher: Menasha Ridge Press

Published: 2019-06-18

Total Pages: 557

ISBN-13: 163404133X

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It’s Time to Take a Hike in Salt Lake City, Utah! The best way to experience Salt Lake City is by hiking it! Get outdoors with author Greg Witt, with the new full-color edition of 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Salt Lake City. A perfect blend of popular trails and hidden gems, the selected trails transport you to scenic overlooks, wildlife hot spots, and historical settings that renew your spirit and recharge your body. You’ll learn about the area and experience nature through 60 of the city’s best hikes! Each hike description features key at-a-glance information on distance, difficulty, scenery, traffic, hiking time, and more, so you can quickly and easily learn about each trail. Detailed directions, GPS-based trail maps, and elevation profiles help to ensure that you know where you are and where you’re going. Tips on nearby activities further enhance your enjoyment of every outing. Whether you’re a local looking for new places to explore or a visitor to the area, 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Salt Lake City provides plenty of options for a couple hours or a full day of adventure, all within about an hour from Salt Lake City and the surrounding communities.

100 Classic Hikes: Utah
100 Classic Hikes: Utah

Author: Julie Trevelyan

Publisher: Mountaineers Books

Published: 2016-07-15

Total Pages: 598

ISBN-13: 1594859256

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• Only the best hikes selected from a state with an abundance of trail riches • Utah is a national destination for hikers • Hikes range from easy day hikes to more challenging backpacking trips 100 Classic Hikes: Utah expands Mountaineers Books' most popular hiking guidebook series. Like the other titles in the series, this new addition is coffee-table quality and makes a great gift for long-time Utah hikers, as well as for new arrivals and vacationers. Featuring full-color photographs and maps, 100 Classic Hikes: Utah covers the best and most popular hikes in the state, providing a range of trail options. The "Hikes at a Glance" table makes it simple to quickly find hike length, difficulty, when to go, and special highlights of the outing you seek. This is a full-state guidebook organized by region. The North Central region includes the Wasatch Mountains along with Antelope Island State Park, House Range, and Deseret Peak Wilderness Area, while the Northeast features the high Uintas, Bear River Range, Flaming Gorge, and Dinosaur National Monument. Southern Utah features many of the nation’s premier national parks and monuments. The Southeast region includes hikes around Moab, Arches National Park, Grand Gulch, Canyonlands National Park, Natural Bridges, and more. South Central covers Capitol Reef, Grand Staircase-Escalante, Kodachrome, Horseshoe Canyon unit of Canyonlands, and other areas. Finally, the famed Southwest part of the state features Bryce Canyon National Park, Cedar Breaks National Monument, Zion National Park, Snow Canyon, and beyond.

Best Easy Day Hikes Salt Lake City
Best Easy Day Hikes Salt Lake City

Author: Greg Witt

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2015-07-01

Total Pages: 97

ISBN-13: 1493014331

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Best Easy Day Hikes Salt Lake City features twenty-one easily manageable hikes in this great hiking destination. Where else can you spot elk and raptors and still be within 300 yards of downtown? Discover a range of hikes in Salt Lake Valley, as well as nearby Big Cottonwood Canyon and Little Cottonwood Canyon. Look inside for: • Half-hour strolls and full-day adventures • Concise hike descriptions and easy-to-follow maps • Hikes for everyone, including families • Hikes ranked from easiest to most challenging • GPS-compatible trail maps