Recreation Region: Salt Lake Ranger District
Mill Creek Canyon
The upper gate (winter gate) closes on November 1st every year.
The Mill Creek Canyon road is groomed for cross country skiing at least once a week.
The groomed trail is also open to fat bikes, but please stay off the classic ski track.
Current Conditions
Cannot make reservations for picnic areas after 9/30 First-come First-Serve
General Information
Mill Creek fees $5.00 Daily, $3.00 Senior, $50.00 Annual, $30.00 Annual Senior.
- Dogs must be leashed in the entire canyon on even-numbered days and may be off-leash on odd days ONLY.
- Dogs must be leashed on all days in developed areas: picnic grounds, parking lots, roads, and housing developments.
- Dogs are not allowed in Big Cottonwood Canyon just over the ridge.
Address: 6914 South 3000 East Cottonwood Heights, UT 84121
Phone: (801) 733-2660
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm / Closed 1 hour for Lunch (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: sm.fs.uwc_info@usda.gov
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Recreation Opportunities
Picnicking - Groups Info
Group picnic sites are reservable through Salt Lake County- Parks & Recreation.
