Near Elephant Rock Out and Back
Near Elephant Rock Out and Back
Near Elephant Rock Out and Back
Near Elephant Rock Out and Back
Near Elephant Rock Out and Back

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Elephant Rock Out and Back

4.5 (12 Ratings)
A popular hiking / mountain bike trail to Elephant Rock with great views of the Great Salt Lake.
6.8
mi
Distance
1,126
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Fall ColorsFamily FriendlyRiver/CreekViewsWildflowersWildlife
Access Issues
No closures, though November to May, snow pack is common on the trails.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
6.85mi
Distance
1,126ft
Elevation Gain
1,126ft
Elevation Loss
45%
Max Grade
6,259ft
High Point
5,226ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
Parking is limited at the first trailhead located on Mueller Park Road. This trailhead is located near the bridge over the creek, just before the forest service fee gates. The trail is fairly well worn, with easy to follow tracks and easy uphill grades. Hikers will enjoy beautiful mature evergreen and scrub oak forests with many areas well watered by nature. Damp areas will have dense fern growth and many wildflowers, which can be a treat in the summer months. Elephant Rock is located roughly 3.5 miles up the trail and has benches for resting on with a dramatic view of the valley and Great Salt Lake beyond. Those wishing to continue further up the trail can reach Rudy's Flat and Grandview Peak, or even loop back to Bountiful via the North Canyon Trail.The trail is highly popular with mountain bikers too, so keep an ear out for them!

Route Conditions

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Contributors
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