Neffs Canyon - Salt Lake City - Dog Friendly Hike
Mar 28th, 2008 by admin
The Neffs Canyon trailhead is hidden in the foothills of an Olympus Cove neighborhood in White Park. When the trails in nearby Millcreek Canyon are crowded, hikers will find this a diverting alternative.
Your destination in Neffs canyon is an overlook into Big Cottonwood Canyon. This Route Covers 3.5 miles as it gains 3,190 feet to the overlook. At the split in the trail go left into the canyon, heading east; a right turn leads to extensive bouldering. During early spring a seasonal spring that flows down the main trail can make some sections nearly impassable.
You are permitted to bring dogs off leash while hiking through Neffs Canyon. Just remember that you are an ambassador for all dog owners while out hiking so please try to be respectful to those who do not care for dogs (otherwise known as crazy people).
Located in the Neffs Canyon meadow at 8,000 feet is one of the deepest caves in America. Only nine caves, and four of the non-lava variety, penetrate deeper into the earth. It is 1,165 feet deep and a designated National Natural Landmark. The cave is extremely dangerous with no know horizontal passages. Written permission is necessary to access the cave and the entrance is gated.
To get to Neffs Canyon Trailhead: Exit I-215 at the 3900-3300 South exit. Head south on Wasatch Boulevard and make a left onto Oak View Road. Go through the stop sign and turn left onto Parkview Drive. Turn right onto Park Terrace and follow around to White Way, which is a dead end street, and turn right. Follow White Way to White Park and the Neffs Canyon Trailhead.
What kind of bone is Cosmo holding ? Did he find it on this trail?
it is either an elk leg bone or a human bone. i am not sure. no, the picture is not from this trail. it is from the elk refuge in jackson hole. i just wanted to use it because my buddy looked so cute.