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Difficulty
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Moderate
Elevation
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263 m
Distance
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11.9 km
Duration
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3-4h
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Big Mountain Pass in Little Dell Recreation Area

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The Big Mountain Pass Trail is a gorgeous route in the Little Dell Recreation Area east of Salt Lake City, Utah. This is a multi-use trail that is visited year round by hikers, mountain bikers, snowshoers, and cross-country skiers. Please be advised that dogs are not permitted along this trail.

Route Description for Big Mountain Pass in Little Dell Recreation Area

The Big Mountain Pass Trail in the Little Dell Recreation Area is a gorgeous hiking, biking, and skiing route just east of Salt Lake City. As this route is multi-use, keep your eyes and ears open when hiking and allow faster folks to pass you by. If you are hiking this trail in the winter, traction devices such as microspikes or snowshoes are strongly recommended. The views from this trail are absolutely beautiful and this hike is a fantastic way to get out and enjoy the Utah Wilderness just outside of town.

From the boundary gate, follow the road as it tracks northeast. After approximately 6.0 km, turn around and follow your footsteps back to the trailhead.

If you are looking for another route in the area, check out the Emigration Canyon Miners Trail nearby.

Getting to the Big Mountain Pass in Little Dell Recreation Area Trailhead

This hike begins at the boundary gate on highway 60, approximately 2.9mi from the highway 60 exit off of I-80 east of Salt Lake City.

Route Information

  • Backcountry Campground:

    No

  • When to do:

    Year-round

  • Pets allowed:

    No

  • Family friendly:

    Older Children only

  • Route Signage:

    Average

  • Crowd Levels:

    Moderate

  • Route Type:

    Out and back

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