10 Best Hikes in Utah
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10 Best Hikes in Utah

Discover Utah's most iconic trails, from the red rock monoliths of Zion and Arches to the jagged alpine peaks of the Wasatch Range.

Last Updated October 4, 2026

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Angels Landing

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9.8/10Side Quest
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5.4 miles round tripStrenuous3-5 hours1,488 ftSpring and Fall

A world-famous, pulse-pounding ascent to a narrow sandstone ridge with spectacular 360-degree views of Zion Canyon.

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Delicate Arch Trail

9.8/10Side Quest
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3.0 miles round tripModerate2-3 hours480 ftYear-round (Sunset is best)

The quintessential Utah hike leading to the world's most famous natural free-standing arch.

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The Narrows (Bottom Up)

9.7/10Side Quest
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Up to 9.4 miles round tripModerate4-8 hours334 ftSummer and Fall

A unique aquatic trek through the narrowest section of Zion Canyon with towering 1,000-foot walls.

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Lake Blanche Trail

9.5/10Side Quest
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6.9 miles round tripHard4-5 hours2,700 ftSummer and Fall

A challenging climb in the Wasatch Mountains rewarding hikers with a stunning triple-lake view beneath Sundial Peak.

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Mount Timpanogos (Timpooneke Trail)

9.3/10Side Quest
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15.0 miles round tripHard7-10 hours4,500 ftJuly through September

A long, spectacular journey to the second-highest peak in the Wasatch, featuring wildflowers, waterfalls, and mountain goats.

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Fairyland Loop Trail

9.1/10Side Quest
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8.0 miles round tripModerate4-5 hours1,700 ftSpring through Fall

A quieter, mesmerizing loop through Bryce Canyon's intricate hoodoos and colorful spires.

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Chesler Park Loop

8.9/10Side Quest
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10.4 miles round tripHard5-7 hours1,800 ftSpring and Fall

A remote trek into the heart of the 'Needles,' featuring surreal sandstone pillars and narrow rock joints.

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Observation Point via East Mesa

8.7/10Side Quest
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6.7 miles round tripModerate3-4 hours700 ftLate Spring through Fall

The best view in Zion National Park without the life-threatening cliffs of Angels Landing.

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Fifth Water Hot Springs

8.4/10Side Quest
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4.5 miles round tripModerate2-3 hours630 ftYear-round (Winter requires longer hike)

A scenic canyon hike ending at stunning turquoise geothermal pools and a multi-tiered waterfall.

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Bloods Lake Trail

8.4/10Side Quest
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2.8 miles round tripEasy1-2 hours450 ftJune through October

A family-friendly high-altitude hike to a pristine lake tucked beneath the peaks of the Wasatch.

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