Beginner Hiking Trails in Salt Lake County, Utah
New to hiking in this county? We filtered the 1,603 mapped trails in Salt Lake County, Utah down to those rated easy — capped at six miles for the routes with a mapped distance — 1589 trails that prioritize a good first experience over mileage or elevation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best beginner hiking trail in Salt Lake County, Utah?
10195 South Access Trail is our top beginner pick in Salt Lake County, Utah — easy difficulty, short and gentle enough for a first hike. 1588 more beginner-friendly options are listed below.
What makes a trail beginner-friendly?
Easy OpenStreetMap difficulty classification (gentle terrain, well-marked, no technical sections) combined with a shorter distance — long enough to feel like a real hike, short enough to finish comfortably without prior conditioning.
Is hiking in Salt Lake County, Utah good for beginners?
Yes — with 1589 mapped easy, short trails, Salt Lake County, Utah has more beginner-friendly options than a lot of areas get credit for.
How many beginner-friendly trails are there in Salt Lake County, Utah?
1589 of Salt Lake County, Utah's 1,603 mapped trails are rated easy difficulty and six miles or under — see the full list below.