Millcreek Pipeline Trail — Attraction in Holladay

The hike to get to the trail itself, starts off at a fairly steep incline. Along the road up to the trail you can find 2-3 public bathrooms, as well as barbecues and tables. Upon reaching the trail, the walk becomes flat, but winds around the mountain range, providing fantastic views. This hike is popular with runners, dog owners and families. At points it gets narrow, so some maneuvering is required to get past others. The canyon itself has an entrance fee, which is paid upon leaving. It used to be $3, as of the beginning of 2020 it is $5/vehicle. It is good to keep in mind that while this trail is accessible during the winter months, there is often snow lingering, especially on the brief hike to the...

Good hike with kids during spring ski season. Access the Pipeline trail from Rattlesnake gulch trailhead, the first mile or so is steep so take your time. This hike is very doable in running shoes, although hiking shoes may help those with ankle issues. Lots of loose rock on the rattlesnake gulch trail. Once on the pipeline trail, all is relatively flat, but trail winds around some steep terrain. This would be a five star easy hike but too many lazy dog owners leave their poop filled bags on the trail, which is one of the weirdest forms of littering...

This was a very fun hike to do in the snow. I would like to go back and see the look out with Spring flowers, or summer foliage, or fall colors. The pipeline trail is just about 3 miles in-and-out, but there are longer options that branch off from the same trail. It was not incredibly difficult, but it was enough to get my heart rate up. My kids had a ton of fun. We did have to pay $5 on the way out, so be aware of that. And, we used snow shoes, but the trail is well used and I don't think they...