Whenever you think of Park City you probably first picture the perfect winter slopes covered in snow waiting for you to ski down them. It is no surprise that Park City continues to be the ideal ski destination with so much to offer. However, we are also known for much more even when the snow begins to melt in the warmer seasons. Park City is an outdoor enthusiast playground with tons of areas to explore. This includes hiking trails that will take you around the area to show you around. Here are the best hiking trails in Park City that you can find nearby:
Bloods Lake Trail
When you visit Park City you will have 167 different trails to choose from to explore. These trails come in a variety of difficulty levels, with 52 of them being rated easy. If you are in the mood for a scenic hike that offers some challenge, consider making your way over to Bloods Lake Trail. This 2.8-mile hike will take you in and out right by Park City. Bloods Lake Trail is a moderately challenging hike that will take most hikers between an hour to hour and a half to complete. It is a very popular trail that is frequented during the warmer months of the year. The trail will begin at an elevation over 9,000 feet with minimum gain from there. Dogs are allowed on Bloods Lake Trail while on a leash. The trail will provide unprecedented views of the lake that will further add to your love for Park City. Don’t miss out on this very popular trail here in Park City.
Lackawaxen Lake Trail
Another shorter trail found nearby is Lackawaxen Lake Trail, which is a top rated trail here in the area of Park City. Similar to Bloods Lake Trail, it is best experienced during the warmer months with a recommended visit around the months of May to October. Dogs are also welcome on the trail as long as they are on a leash. Lackawaxen Lake Trail is often used in combination with Bloods Lake Trail to make a combined trail length of 4.9 miles that will take under 3 hours to complete. You will be able to get incredible views of both lakes. With both trails being very popular you will find parking to be difficult to find if you do not start early in the morning. The trails are also open during the winter for snowshoeing but trail markers may not be as easy to spot at this time.
Rob’s Trail
Whenever you visit Park City you will be enamored by the stunning beauty around you. Some visitors prefer taking longer hikes to take advantage of their visit to the area. If you prefer a longer hike during your visit head over to Rob’s Trail. This is also a moderately challenging trail that totals in 8.8 miles in length. This out and back trail is very popular with hiking, mountain biking, and trail running. While the other trails so far have had minimal elevation gain you will actually get a total elevation gain of 1,870 feet on Rob’s Trail. Most hikers take around 4 and a half hours to complete the trek and is best enjoyed in a smaller window during the months of June through September.
Clayton Peak
Some experienced hikers may want to take on a challenge to feel accomplished during their stay in Park City. If this sounds like you consider making your way up Clayton Peak found nearby Bloods Lake Trail. This challenging route is a 5.3-mile out-and-back trail right by Park City and features a total elevation gain of 1,650 feet. The scenic beauty along the trail includes the mountainous terrain and Bloods Lake. The elevation gain will help position you higher up in the area providing some of the best views you can find around the lake. Make sure you are properly prepared for this challenging hike by having enough water and food on hand along with the proper footwear.
Dawn’s Trail
While most hiking trails share the path with mountain bikers you will find a hiking only trail with Dawn’s Trail. This moderately challenging hike is close to Park City and is a 3.5-mile loop. Most hikers will need around just under two hours to complete it. Dawn’s Trail is especially popular for birding and trail running as well with local wildlife fluttering around up in the trees. The trail can be easily accessed during spring months too making it ideal for the early visitor here in Park City.
Get to Hiking Park City
Now that you know about our best trails here in Park City you will be ready for an incredible stay here in the area. Reserve one of our rentals and come see our beautiful mountain terrain for yourself.
