Mountain bike the Shoreline Trail
Ride the historic bench of ancient Lake Bonneville, offering miles of flowing singletrack with constant views of the city skyline.
Itinerary tips
- 1Plan for a 2-3 hour ride to cover the popular section between City Creek and Emigration Canyon.
- 2Access the trail easily by parking at the Terrace Hills trailhead or the Hogle Zoo lot.
- 3Carry at least two liters of water, as the exposed bench provides no shade or refill stations.
- 4Download the Trailforks app to navigate the numerous spur trails and neighborhood connectors.
- 5Pack a light windbreaker even in summer to manage the brisk canyon breezes during sunset descents.
- 6Use the 'University South' segment for the flattest terrain if you are traveling with less experienced riders.
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