Parrish Canyon Trail
Centerville, Utah
| Address: | Firebreak Rd, Centerville, UT 84014, USA |
| GPS: |
40°55'21.0"N 111°51'59.0"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Utah |
| Trail Type: | Out & Back |
| Hike Difficulty: | Easiest |
| Elevation Gain: | 671 feet |
Trails Rocks Fall Colors Pet Friendly Restrooms
Hike and Mountain Bike
Parrish Canyon Trail goes long the Wasatch Mountains; from the top of the mountain, this trail has beautiful views of Salt Lake City from a distance and interconnects with the Barnard Creek. It's located in Centerville, Utah and throughout the hike, visitors are able to gain elevation until they reach the top. There are several trails that differ in difficulty for both mountain bikers and hikers to see the majestic Parrish Canyon.Located right off of Parrish lane in Centerville, Utah it is both easy to get to and find.
There's plenty of wildlife to see and a bridge to hike to if you have little ones that won't want to hike far. In the winter time, it's more beautiful but a little challenging due to the high elevation and possible wind conditions but worth it if you want great pictures. You have the option of turning back around or go further into the trail and see more scenery from the top of the mountain. There are pictographs on rocks that's visible during the spring/summer time but not so much in the winter due to snow.
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Hiking the Parrish Canyon Trail, Centerville, Utah
The Award-Winning blog, “Girl on a Hike, follows hiking enthusiast Alicia, and her hiking companion, Charlie, a Golden Lab, on their outdoor adventures.
https://girlonahike.com/parrish-canyon-trail.htmlParrish Canyon Pictographs - Hiking & Rock Art
Parrish Canyon Pictographs in the Wasatch Mountains. Route information, pictures, map, GPS waypoint and description.
https://www.climb-utah.com/WM/parrish.htmUtah Hike of the week: Parrish Canyon Trail overlooking Centerville
Directions • From Salt Lake City, take Interstate 15 north to the Parrish Lane exit in C
https://archive.sltrib.com/article.php?id=56251946&itype=cmsidNever 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.
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- 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 Centerville, Utah
- Head west on E 100 N toward 400 E (39 ft)
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto 400 E (0.2 mi)
- Turn right onto 400 N (0.2 mi)
- Turn left at N 700 E (0.2 mi)
- Turn left onto Firebreak Rd (56 ft)
From SLC, drive north on I-15 and take the Parrish Lane exit 319, and continue East towards the mountain. At the very end you will come to a "T" with a sign for the Parrish Reservoir - turn left and drive up the road to the large parking area. Courtesy of girlonahike.com
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