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    Hikes/United States/Utah/Salt Lake City

    Lower Hell Canyon

    Difficulty
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    Moderate
    Duration
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    1-1.5h
    Distance
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    3.7 km
    Elevation
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    102 m
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    Neither Hell, nor a canyon, the Lower Hell Canyon Trail is a beautiful hike up to a viewpoint overlooking Salt Lake City. This moderately challenging hike is a consistent climb up to a stunning overlook. Dogs are allowed to join you on this trail but must be kept on leash for the duration of their hike.

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    Route Description for Lower Hell Canyon

    The Hell Canyon Trail is a short hike to a fantastic viewpoint overlooking Salt Lake City, Utah. This trail may be short, but it is a consistent uphill climb that will make you break a sweat! Hikers should arrive with proper footwear and hiking poles if they require assistance or support. Dogs are allowed to join you on this hike, but they must be kept on leash the entire time. The views from the top of this trail are absolutely stunning! The hike up will earn you sweeping views of Salt Lake City below and, for an especially spectacular view, try this hike at sunset.

    From the trailhead, follow the switchbacks all the way up to the top where the trail divides in two. Take a rest at the viewpoint at the divide and enjoy the Utah landscape, or the sunset as the sun dips below the Salt Lake City horizon line.

    If you are looking for more to do, you can continue along the trail to historic Ensign Peak nearby.

    Getting to the Lower Hell Canyon Trailhead

    This trail begins at the Hell Canyon Trailhead on the northeast side of highway 186, north of downtown Salt Lake City, Utah.

    Route Information

    • Backcountry Campground

      No

    • When to do

      Year-round

    • Pets allowed

      Yes - On Leash

    • Family friendly

      Older Children only

    • Route Signage

      Average

    • Crowd Levels

      Moderate

    • Route Type

      Out and back

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