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Basics
- Location:
- In Millcreek Canyon just east of Salt Lake City
- Length:
- 4 mile oneway
- Difficulty:
- Intermediate
- Time:
- 3-4 hours
- Elevation Change:
- 2100 feet
- Season:
- June to October
Description
Upper Mill Creek Canyon is part of the Great Western Trail. It climbs to the crest of the Wasatch and then follows it south to an intersection with Desolation Trail near Desolation Lake. A nice loop can be made by returning via Desolation and Big Water trails.Location:
In Millcreek Canyon just east of Salt Lake City
Length:
4 mile oneway
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Time:
3-4 hours
Elevation Change:
2100
Season:
June to October
Useful Map(s):
USGS Mount Aire Topo (1:24,000); USGS Salt Lake City Topo (1:100,000)
Basic Directions
From Downtown Salt Lake City, head south on either I-15, State Street or 700 East. After a few miles, get onto I-80 heading east and take it 4 or 5 miles to the I-215 Belt Route. Head south on the I-215 Belt Route for about 2 miles and exit at 3900 South. Take a left at the top of the exit ramp and cross over I-215 heading east. At Wasatch Boulevard, the first light, take a left and head north 1 block to the light at 3800 South. Take a right on 3800 South and head east. It will progress through a residential area before taking you up into the canyon. After about 1 mile, is an entrance station. (The attendant there will supply you with a simple map and answer any questions you might have.) The trailhead is at the very top of the canyon at the Big Water Trailhead.
