Utah chapter · free hike
Fall Morning in Olympus National Forest – Butler Fork Loop
Chase the sunrise with us on Butler Fork Loop. We're starting early — headlamps and all — to beat the heat and catch that golden morning light along the ridge line. Fair warning: the first half is a real climber, but the views (and the summit snack break) make every step worth it.
Trail details
- Date
- Sat, Sep 26
- Start time
- 6:30 am
- Meet at
- Butler Fork Trailhead
- City
- Salt Lake City, UT
- Distance
- 7.5 miles
- Elevation gain
- 2,132 ft
Cost & booking
No cost — first come, first served parking
Important information
The first half of this trail is a steady elevation climb, but it pays off on the ridge line at the top. Want to carpool? Reach out to Sara — she's meeting at the mouth of Big Cottonwood Canyon at 6 AM and can drive up.
What to bring
3L of water, a summit snack, a jacket for cool mornings, a headlamp (dark start!), sunscreen, bug spray, sun protection/clothing, sturdy hiking shoes, and good vibes
Parking
First come, first served along the side of the road (spots on both sides, a bit further up too) — Sara will be there around 6/6:15 to snag a spot
- Pace
- Leisurely — frequent stops, chatty, no one's left behind
- Dogs allowed
- No
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