Near City Creek to Ensign Lookout
Sunset from above Ensign Peak on the Bonneville Shoreline Trail.

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City Creek to Ensign Lookout

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Fun climb out of City Creek for great views.
4.7
mi
Distance
976
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
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Flatter
Steeper
4.67mi
Distance
976ft
Elevation Gain
976ft
Elevation Loss
45%
Max Grade
5,647ft
High Point
4,665ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
Starting at the parking lot in front of the gate, take the BST: City Creek to North Salt Lake trail along gradual climbs until you reach the switchbacks heading up and west, which are challenging. Pop up top in no time for great views as your reward before heading back the way you came.

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