Hiking Trails & Parks in Salt Lake City, Utah
256 hiking & walking trails and 5parks, recreation areas & campgrounds in Salt Lake City, located in Salt Lake County, Utah. Free trail map for every listing.
About Outdoor Recreation in Salt Lake City, Utah
Salt Lake City offers 256 mapped hiking trails and 5 federally managed parks within the city or nearby. Located in Salt Lake County, Utah, it’s a starting point for hikers, campers, and casual nature seekers.
Explore more nearby: Salt Lake County overview, all Salt Lake County trails, or statewide Utah list.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah?
Yes — we have 256 mapped hiking and walking trails in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah?
path to parking near Salt Lake City is rated hard — the toughest classification among Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah for families?
19th Avenue (lower) near Salt Lake City is one of the best family picks in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah — easy difficulty, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah?
Each of the 256 trails in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah has its own page with an interactive map, GPS coordinates, and a link to view it on OpenStreetMap — no app or account needed.
What parks and recreation areas are in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah?
Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah has 5 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (1 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah right now — check the county level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Salt Lake County for more options beyond Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah.
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