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Join us for a golden-hour hike through Big Cottonwood Canyon to one of Utah's most unique waterfalls, where the water flows through a donut-shaped hole in the rock. It's short, scenic, and totally worth it.
The Details
📅 June 9, 2026
⏰ 6:30 PM start
🥾 3.4 miles | 511 ft elevation gain
⏱ 1–2 hours
📍 Cardiff Fork Trailhead, Big Cottonwood Canyon
What to Expect A beginner-friendly out-and-back trail with minimal elevation gain, shaded forest scenery, and a waterfall finish. The trail is well-maintained with some loose rocks and a shallow water crossing near the falls, wet feet are possible, totally worth it.
What to Bring
2L of water
Hiking shoes with good grip (waterproof if you have them)
Light layers
Sun protection
Snacks
Good to Know
Parking fills fast, carpool is strongly encouraged
Parking fee: $10/day OR annual Uinta-Wasatch-Cache or America the Beautiful Pass
No dogs allowed in Big Cottonwood Canyon
Group size capped at 8
Join us for a golden-hour hike through Big Cottonwood Canyon to one of Utah's most unique waterfalls, where the water flows through a donut-shaped hole in the rock. It's short, scenic, and totally worth it.
The Details
📅 June 9, 2026
⏰ 6:30 PM start
🥾 3.4 miles | 511 ft elevation gain
⏱ 1–2 hours
📍 Cardiff Fork Trailhead, Big Cottonwood Canyon
What to Expect A beginner-friendly out-and-back trail with minimal elevation gain, shaded forest scenery, and a waterfall finish. The trail is well-maintained with some loose rocks and a shallow water crossing near the falls, wet feet are possible, totally worth it.
What to Bring
2L of water
Hiking shoes with good grip (waterproof if you have them)
Light layers
Sun protection
Snacks
Good to Know
Parking fills fast, carpool is strongly encouraged
Parking fee: $10/day OR annual Uinta-Wasatch-Cache or America the Beautiful Pass
No dogs allowed in Big Cottonwood Canyon
Group size capped at 8