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Hike of the Week: Cherry Canyon Logging Trail
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Destination: Rocky overlook

Round trip: 7.8 miles

Hiking time: 5 hours

Elevation gain from trailhead: 3,212 (Starts at 4,788, highest point is 8,000)

Difficulty: Strenuous

Trailhead restrooms: Yes

Dogs, bikes, horse: Yes

Fee: None

Directions: Exit Interstate 15 at 12300 South and go east to 1300 East. Make a right at the traffic light and follow the roundabout to Pioneer Road. Head East again until 2000 East in Draper and make a right. Turn left at Orson Smith Trailhead.

Description: For hikers that want a challenge, head up the stairs to the Bonneville Shoreline Trail. Go left for just under half a mile and make a quick right. Follow the switchbacks. At the fork take a left. Continue following the signs for the Bonneville Shoreline trail. At the 1 mile mark you hike across a shady bridge over Bear Creek. In about a 1/4 a mile you will see a sign pointing east that states Cherry Canyon Logging Trail. This is where the hard part begins. For the next three miles or so, you climb switchbacks through scrub oak and sage brush. Stop often and rest. There are great views of the Salt Lake Valley and the LDS Temple in Draper. At mile 3 you will get your first glimpse of Lone Peak. A few feet away to the south Utah Lake comes into view. Follow the trail east again on somewhat flatter ground. Catch your breath. At 3.4 miles, continue you the gruelling switchbacks for another half a mile until you reach several large boulders that allow for wonderful views of Utah and Salt Lake valleys.

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