Salt Lake City or commonly called SLC is the capital of the state of Utah. If you love the outdoors and you would like some adventure, this is an exciting place to visit. One of the most recommended destinations is the City Creek Canyon Trail.

City Creek on Wikipedia

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The City Creek is actually a stream that flows through the City Creek Canyon and goes on to the Jordan River. The City Creek Canyon is a great spot for those who like to go hiking. With a total length of 9 miles and is elevated up to 740 feet, you will surely keep those feet working.

It has an out and back trail type and does not require much skill from the hikers. Every year there are hikers both from the city and from other parts of the world. They take part in the year round hiking which takes one to four hours.

The City Creek Canyon Trail is not only good for hikers but also for those that enjoy biking, running or jogging. Dogs are allowed here for a walk and the trail is in fact kid friendly. The road begins at the Bonneville Boulevard and goes up to the canyon. If you are planning to use your car on the road, they have stopped allowing cars even on even numbered days. Only service vehicles and bikes are permitted.

Salt Lake Cycling featuring City Creek Canyon

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If you like urban trails, City Creek Canyon Trail will be appealing for you. Make sure that you bring your camera as you stop and look at the natural beauty of Salt Lake City.

City Creek Canyon is the location of the city creek, a small but important stream and is located a mile from Salt Lake City's central District. It not only a treasures amenity for the residents but also a source of tranquility thanks to its natural sanctuary.

Directions

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City Creek Canyon Park and nature preserve can be accessed using a vehicle by going along the B street and 11th Avenue to Bonneville Boulevard. The visitor should then turn right at Canyon Road and move approximately 300 feet to the Canyon Gate House. Vehicles are allowed on all holidays and even calendar days but are closed during winter and odd numbered calendar days.

The information on the rules and regulations in the Canyon can be obtained from the Public Utility department, they will provide information such as the opening and closing times of the canyon as well as other basic rules that are required of the visitors.

Trail information

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Mountain Biking and Hiking trails

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There is a number of information available in the Internet on the various trails that can be used by the hikers and bikers. The information covers a wide spectrum such as the various trails available and the geography of the area as well. The other type of information availed by these sites is the times to hike and cycle in the area. The also offer dome of the functional tips that will keep walkers, hikers and bikes safe as well as enable them enjoy their activities.

Other Sources

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There are various hikers and mountain bikers have written down their expeditions on the City Creek Canyon and the visitors can get books and journals that will provide them with insight on the various tips and tricks to be undertaken while they are hiking and cycling in the Canyon. These books and journals are available over the Internet as well as in various Book stores.

City Creek is a small but historically important mountain stream that measures about 14.5 miles long. The creek served as the major water supply for Salt Lake City until 1882. Currently, it continues to offer drinking water for the Avenues and northern parts of the city. Most of City Creek's currents come from melting snow from nearby mountains. But it flows year-round due to the natural springs at the head of the creek, which is about 8 miles up the City Creek Canyon.

The beautiful paved City Creek Canyon is a great source of top-quality drinking water. The Salt Lake City has designated the canyon a Protected Watershed and Nature Preserve. The canyon has fantastic trails for hiking, biking and wildlife-watching, with beautiful water fountains and vistas along the way.

City Creek Canyon is located about one mile away from the Utah State Capitol building and the downtown Salt Lake City. The detailed address is Bonneville Boulevard and Canyon Road, Salt Lake City, UT 84103. There's a little park at the mouth of the canyon - Memory Grove. It's a monument to Utah's veterans and the small park is also a great place for a rest or picnic.

A single road extends up the canyon. You need to walk up the road from the Memory Grove Park or you can walk by Bonneville Boulevard. The canyon road is only open to limited numbers of private vehicles. The canyon is only accessible to vehicles through "B" Street and 11th Avenue to Bonneville Boulevard. Then you can make a right at Canyon Road and go about 300 feet. The Canyon Gate House will be in front of you.

City Creek Canyon has specific regulations on vehicles to the canyon. All motorized and non-motorized vehicles must observe the restrictions to avoid any potential injuries.

CarsThe Canyon is open to the public from 8:30 am to 10 pm. But cars are not allowed up the canon after 8 pm on regular days and 6:30 pm on holidays. Private vehicles are allowed on the canyon road on holidays and even calendar days in the summertime, from Memorial Day weekend to the last even day of September. Private motorized traffic is prohibited in the canyon on odd numbered days and during the winter.

BicyclesBicycles are limited to the paved road and are prohibited on any unpaved roads in City Creek Canyon. Guests can ride bicycles up the canyon on ODD calendar days in summer, except holidays and Memorial Day. If weather permitting, road biking is available all days during the winter.

As all vehicles are restricted on the narrow paved road along the City Creek, this quite corridor provides a pleasant hike through a narrow riparian trail. The primary trail is paved and can bring you quickly away from the urban congestion. The whole trail is quite easy for hikers of all ages until the last 2 miles, which is filled with elevation gain.

A dirt path runs parallel with each side of the main trail in the lower section. The branch can lead you more wonderful habitats, like dense forests and open fields above the creek. Within the last 2 miles of the trail, you'll walk in a national forest and nature preserve and encounter with moose, mountain lions and elk and other animals.

In addition to hiking, City Creek Canyon has up to 30 picnic areas. Picnic areas 1 to 23 can hold 12-70 individuals, depending on each site capacity. Fees for these sites vary from $3 to $25. The Rotary Park picnic areas 24 through 30 have a capacity of 12 to 200 persons. Reservation fees range from $3 to $75.

All these picnic sites can be reserved on holidays and even numbered calendar days in summer. The City Creek Canyon accepts reservations after the first Monday of March. Reservations can be made 5 days in advance by calling 801-483-6705. Phone booking must be paid at time of call with a credit card, including Visa, American Express, MasterCard and debit card.

Reservations within 3 days can be made in person at the City Creek Gate House. You need to pay in cash or by check. For more canyon picnic site availability info, please call 801-483-6705.

Learn More about City Creek Canyon

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