Hiking Trails & Parks in Salem, Utah
67 trails & 3 parks in Salem, located in Utah County, Utah.
About Outdoor Recreation in Salem, Utah
Salem offers 67 mapped hiking trails and 3 federally managed parks within the city or nearby. Located in Utah County, Utah, it’s a starting point for hikers, campers, and casual nature seekers.
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Parks & Campgrounds in Salem
Hiking Trails in Salem
From the OutsideAtlas Blog
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Utah's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Tobias MrzykUtah's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Utah trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Utah
Ten gentle, well-marked Utah trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Utah
Utah's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Diego LozanoThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Utah
Federal parks and recreation areas in Utah ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in Utah: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Utah's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.