Morris Reservoir and Valleyview via the Bonneville Shoreline Trail
Morris Reservoir and Valleyview via the Bonneville Shoreline Trail

Morris Reservoir and Valleyview via the Bonneville Shoreline Trail

Salt Lake City
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Morris Reservoir and Valleyview via the Bonneville Shoreline Trail

Morris Reservoir and Valleyview via the Bonneville Shoreline Trail

Distance: 4.6mi
Elevation: 761ft
Time: 2-2.5h

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The Bonneville Shoreline Trail: Morris Reservoir and Valleyview is a beautiful hike just north of downtown Salt Lake City. This circuit is moderately challenging with a few steep sections and is appropriate for families with older children. Dogs are also permitted on this trail, but please be respectful of on-leash/off-leash signage.

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This hike begins at the north end of North Hilltop Road off of 18th Avenue in Salt Lake City.

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Backcountry Campground

No

When to do

Year-round

Pets allowed

Yes

Family friendly

Older Children only

Route Signage

Average

Crowd Levels

Moderate

Route Type

Lollipop


Morris Reservoir and Valleyview via the Bonneville Shoreline Trail
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Morris Reservoir and Valleyview via the Bonneville Shoreline Trail Description

The Bonneville Shoreline Trail: Morris Reservoir and Valleyview section is a fantastic hike in Salt Lake City, Utah. This trail is moderately challenging and appropriate for families with older children. This route is a multi-use trail popular with dog-walkers, hikers, and mountain bikers. When hiking, be sure to keep your eyes and ears open and allow bikes to zip past you. The Bonneville Shoreline Trail: Morris Reservoir and Valleyview section is a lovely, well-maintained, gorgeous trail year-round. Check out this trail in the late spring/early summer to see the wildflowers that pepper this route in full bloom.

From the trailhead, follow the Meadow Trail/Morris Reservoir Road north then turn east onto the 19th avenue trail. Continue along the 19th avenue trail before heading south, then looping back west along the Bonneville Shoreline Trail: Valleyview Section. After about 1.9mi, you will find yourself back at the Meadow Trail/Morris Reservoir Road. From here, simply follow the familiar path back to the trailhead where you began.

If you are looking for more to explore in the area, check out the City Creek Canyon Trail nearby.

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