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Summary: This is a very easy hike that is suitable for hikers of all ages and experience levels. The trail is an easy one to hike. However, a rocky step-down just prior to reaching the falls may prove a bit challenging for children and elderly hikers. This is an ideal hike for anyone who just wants to get away for a brief respite, but doesn't have a lot of time to spend on a more lengthy hike. This hike is very safe. It should be noted, howerver, that the terrain immediately surrounding the falls is extremely rugged. Great care should be taken when climbing up the walls surrounding the falls. There are numerous boulders in the vicinity of the falls and caution should be exercised around them especially during spring runoff or after extreme weather. These boulders have been known to dislodge and move, with tragic results. The waterfall, which travels THROUGH a hole in the rocks, is delightful. Some time should definitely be spent enjoying the area before returning. Trailhead: Getting to Big Cottonwood Canyon: Take I-215 South (freeway will become I-215 East) until you reach the 6200 South exit. Turn right onto Wasatch Boulevard, then turn left at Big Cottonwood Canyon. The intersection is clearly signed. You will see a 7-11 store to your right. From the north or south ends of the valley, take I-15 to I-215 East and follow the directions above. Getting to the Trailhead: Travel up the canyon road 9.0 miles. Here, the turn-off to the right will take you to the trailhead one mile further, past the Jordan Pines picnic area and some private property. The trailhead is at the south end of the parking area. (Lat:40.63957 Lon:-111.6512) Trail Guides for Donut Falls: Best Easy Day Hikes - Salt Lake City by Brian Brinkerhoff (Falcon Publishing) Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, Summer, User Groups: Hikers, Ranger Contact: Wasatch-Cache National Forest (801) 466-6411 Tu-Sa 10:30a-7:00p MT Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Troy Slater, who has posted 9 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Page 1 of 4 Submit your own review 
Reviewed by lrs on 10/3/2008 The trees are a beautiful yellow. The whole hike was pretty.
Reviewed by Ryan on 9/5/2008 It was a GREAT hike. Not hard at all. When we got close to the falls, we had to get creative crossing the river. We got to the falls, somebody that used to hike there every weekend, said that it was a LOT easier to get to the cave a few years ago, but supposedly a rock slide closed in a lot of the opening. Didn't get to the "donut" part, but had a great time.
Reviewed by Viewer on 8/10/2008 This is a must see!!! Really easy hike until you get to the falls and then there is a little bit a climbing required. 
Reviewed by Corey on 6/26/2008 Hiked on 6/26 River still in flood stage not easy to get to the falls but with some tricky climbing and hiking it you can get there very beautiful area love to hike this area. trail is clear and not and mud try hikin past the falls to the mine shafts past the fall about 2 miles very beautiful
Reviewed by John on 6/20/2008 Hiked this on 6/18 and the trail was mostly clear. Few small muddy parts but were easy to step around. Made it to the base of the falls past the stepdown and the water was too fast to get to the rocks to climb further. This is one of my favorite hikes for taking the kids, it is absolutely gorgeous and if you can handle some light rock climbing, getting up to the small cavern the water dumps into, then you are in for a spectacular up close treat. We backed out to the fork and took the right path (the small ATV road) and followed it up to about 8400ft where the large snow drifts were to fill in the day. If you go that way, there was heavy runoff and much of the trail was stone stepping in a small creek. Fabulous hike though.
Reviewed by sb on 6/20/2008 Hiked on 6/13/08. Much of the trail was covered in snow and mud. We couldn't get close to the donut falls because of high runoff. The trail was covered by the raging river. I've hiked this in August, and it was beautiful. I recommend saving this hike for later in the summer. 
Reviewed by KelnJae on 6/3/2008 We tried to do this hike yesterday (6/2) but the gate was still closed from the winter. The groundskeeper happened to be there by the gate and said there is still a fair amount of snow on the trail. This may be a hike to wait a few more weeks to do.
Reviewed by Dasha on 3/18/2008 Fun hike, we saw couple baby raccoons on that trail Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Utah Hiking, Utah Trails, Utah Hikes, Salt Lake County Hiking, Salt Lake County Trails, Salt Lake County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||