Top Hiking Trails in Northern Utah!

Hello Friends,

Northern Utah is home to some of the best hiking trails around — from beautiful canyon treks to hikes around the Great Salt Lake. 

So lace up those hiking boots and hit one of these top 10 trails to hike in the Top of Utah.

1. Ben Lomond Peak

Want to see the Wasatch Range stretch 100 miles from the Idaho boarder to Salt Lake City? The trail to Ben Lomond Peak is your hike. According to the U.S. Forest Service, the Ben Lomond trail is one of the Ogden area’s most popular and heavily used trails. 

• LENGTH: 15.2 miles out and back, will take most of the day to hike due to gaining about 2,300 feet in elevation.
• DIFFICULTY: Strenuous
• HOW TO GET THERE: The trail starts near the horse corrals at the south end of North Fork Park in Weber County.

2. Malan’s Peak

For a much easier summit hike, try this trail offering dramatic views over the Ogden community, Great Salt Lake and surrounding mountains, according to Utah.com. It’s a little steep, but anyone can make the hike if they take it slow, and there are several viewpoints along the trail. More experienced hikers can also continue into Malan’s Basin, which is located past the summit. 

• LENGTH: 4.8 miles out and back, should take an hour to reach the summit.
• DIFFICULTY: Moderate
• HOW TO GET THERE: The Malan Peak trailhead can be reached from the 29th Street Trailhead at the top of 29th Street in east Ogden, or at the top of 27th Street. 

3. Waterfall Canyon 

A 200-foot waterfall at the upper end of Waterfall Canyon makes this short but strenuous hike one of Ogden’s most popular, according to Utah.com. Be careful though, climbing the cliffs around the waterfall is illegal and dangerous. 

• LENGTH: 2.4 miles out and back.
• DIFFICULTY: Strenuous 
• HOW TO GET THERE: Follow the trail signed as Malan Falls at the Mt. Ogden Trailhead at the top of 29th Street in east Ogden. Once you hit the Bonneville Shoreline Trail, continue south to the mouth of the canyon. 

4. Beus Canyon

Hikers can reach the Mt. Ogden summit, Snowbasin Resort or connect to the Wheeler Creek trail using the Beus Canyon trail. While the hike is slightly long and treacherous, the lower part of the trail is easy, according to Utah.com. It intersects with the Bonneville Shoreline Trail and continues along Beus Creek until the canyon forks and the trail reaches a small meadow known as “Fern Valley.” According to theU.S. Forest Service, the area surrounding the trail has a “bounty of wildflowers throughout the spring and summer season.”

• LENGTH:  11.2 miles out and back.
• DIFFICULTY: Strenuous
• HOW TO GET THERE: The trailhead can be accessed at the top of 4600 South on the east side of Ogden. 

5. Indian Trail

Shoshone Indians used this trail — which ascends through lush evergreen forest — to avoid high waters at the mouth of Ogden Canyon before a highway was paved through the area, according to Visit Ogden’s website. 

• LENGTH: 4.3 miles one way, shuttle can be taken from trailhead to trailhead.
• DIFFICULTY: Moderate
• HOW TO GET THERE: The Indian Trail trailhead is located at the top of 22nd Street in east Ogden near the mouth of Ogden Canyon.

6. Birdsong Trail

A quick hike easy enough for kids, Birdsong Trail offers fun views along Ogden’s east bench, according to Utah.com. A variety of birds can be seen on the trail, and it goes past six springs and a pond. 

• LENGTH: One mile out and back.
• DIFFICULTY: Easy
• HOW TO GET THERE: The trail can be access at either end — at the Rainbow Trailhead located at the northwest corner of the Rainbow Gardens parking lot in Ogden, or at the south trailhead at Fillmore Avenue and 20th Street. 

7. Adams Canyon

Known for its accessibility and spectacular waterfall, Adams Canyon is a popular Davis County hike. The 40-foot waterfall is at the end of a trail that follows the North Fork of Holmes creek through white pine and shady scrub oak, according to the Davis County website. 

• LENGTH: 3.5 miles out and back, will take three to four hours.
• DIFFICULTY: Moderate
• HOW TO GET THERE: The trailhead is located in Layton off of U.S. Highway 89. Driving north, turn right on East 1200 North Road, then immediately turn right on Eastside Road. Near the end of this road you will see the trailhead’s dirt parking area.

8. Farmington Canyon 

See views of the valley and mountain scenery with this Farmington trail that’s good for the family, according to the Davis County website. 

• LENGTH: 8.5 miles, three to five hours out and back.
• DIFFICULTY: Moderate
• HOW TO GET THERE: Take 100 East in Farmington Canyon until it turns into Skyline Drive.

9. Mueller Park to Elephant Rock

While this hike is mostly surrounded by foliage, there are occasional views down into Bountiful and the Great Salt Lake, according to Trails.com. It’s great for dog walkers, trail runners and families. Plus, there’s a bench at Elephant Rock perfect for sunset watching. 

• LENGTH: 7 miles, three hours out and back.
• DIFFICULTY: Moderate
• HOW TO GET THERE: The trail begins at Mueller Park in Bountiful.

10. Frary Peak on Antelope Island

Located where the bison and antelope roam, this hike is immersed in wildlife. Hike to Frary Peak, the highest point on Antelope Island, according to Utah.com, and witness stunning views of the Great Salt Lake. 

• LENGTH: 7 miles out and back.
• DIFFICULTY: Moderate 
• HOW TO GET THERE:  On Antelope Island, follow the Antelope Island Road south along the east shoreline. Admission into Antelope Island State Park is $10 per vehicle up to eight people. Admission for seniors is $5 per vehicle up to eight people. Bicyclists and pedestrians pay $3 each. 

Let us know which hiking trails are your favorite we’d love to hear from you!

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