I very recently visited Big Cottonwood Canyon in early May. There were snow flurries on the day that I visited. Some of the sites, such as Hidden Falls and the Lake Blanche Trailhead, were accessible. The Donut Falls trailhead was not open yet, so the better choice would be to go later in spring.

Take a day, hike, ski, take lots of pictures. This is a such a nice way to get out of the city and see what makes SLC such a great place to live for outdoor enthusiasts. The hike to do-nut falls is short and easy. You can drive over the top (Guardsman's pass) to Park City. Decide what you want... More

great family activity. well marked trail to dougnut falls. good trail for kids. nice in the summer too. love to get out of the heat. more popular trails pretty crowded

I love the trails of Big Cottonwood Canyon. Guardsman Pass offers the opportunity to commute between Big Cottonwood and Park City. It is truly spectacular with amazing ski resorts, fishing and rock climbing.

There are a number of spectacular hikes up Big Cottonwood: the Mill B South interpretive trail is paved, so great for kids and wheelchairs; the Lake Blanche trail starts from the Miil B trailhead just before the falls, and continues for almost three miles past glacier-scarred boulders up the fork to a stunning alpine lake; across road is the Hidden... More

God created Big Cottonwood, so we would have no doubt that He exists. Beautiful! An amazing place to take a hike, go snowboarding, skiing, camping, or just a family picnic. Another bucket list item!

Even if you don't ski, check out this canyon and its camp/picnic grounds!! Drive up to the ski resorts for a beautiful view of the canyons and the mountains. Just as beautiful in the summer as in the winter.

I have driven up this canyon hundreds of times. It is beyond beautiful, in every season. It's hard to imagine a more beautiful place so close to a major city. And it comes with a huge variety of activities, great for all ages. You can fish in the lakes at the top (including Silver Lake, which is an easy walk... More

Fantastic, as the title states I went with my family commonly when I lived in Utah and it's stunning. Utah is definitely a staple of natural beauty and this is a must-see if you're into that. Beautiful scenery and a lovely way to spend an off day. Rejuvenates you by just being disconnected from the world, let alone all the... More