Ferguson Canyon
Cottonwood Heights, Utah
| Address: | 7721 Timberline Dr, Cottonwood Heights, UT 84121, USA |
| GPS: |
40°36'39.1"N 111°47'17.4"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Utah |
| Trail Length: | 4.00 miles |
| MTB Difficulty: | Intermediate |
| Trail Type: | Out & Back |
| Hike Difficulty: | Intermediate |
Trails Rocks Pet Friendly Bicycles
Hike, Mountain Bike, and Rock Climb
Ferguson canyon is small canyon between Big and Little Cottonwood Canyons. This canyon has gained popularity over the last few year and is a popular destination for rock climbers. This is one hike that the canyon itself is the destination. The hike can be whatever you want to be. You can follow the trail to the end and get to a summit or just make it to the shaded canyon wall and stream.
More Information
Never modify trail features. Ride trails when they're dry enough that you won't leave ruts. Speak up when you see others on the trail and always yield to hikers, horses, and others coming uphill. Always ride on the established trail.
Read MoreBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
Read More
- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Cottonwood Heights, Utah
- Head east on E 7195 S/
Cypress Way toward S 2660 E Continue to follow Cypress Way(476 ft) - Turn right onto E Manor Dr (240 ft)
- Turn left onto S 2700 E (0.3 mi)
- Turn right onto Fort Union Blvd (1.4 mi)
- Turn right onto Wasatch Blvd E (0.3 mi)
- Turn left onto Prospector Dr E (121 ft)
- Turn right onto S 3835 E/
Prospector Dr E (0.3 mi) - Turn left onto Timberline DrDestination will be on the right(0.1 mi)
Head south on Wasatch Blvd. Just past Big Cottonwood Canyon & the 7-11, turn left on Prospector Drive. Turn right immediately. Follow the brown signs for Ferguson Canyon. Park at the trail, or along the road (if it's crowded). Courtesy of girlonahike.com
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