Wildlife Awareness Tips
Have you seen wildlife when recreating the Foothills? Learn more about how to safely navigate a wildlife encounter.
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Protected: Bonneville Blvd Trailhead Grand Opening
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Foothills Wildflowers
Spring wildflowers are filling the Foothills! learn more about what’s blooming now.
Jordan River Parkway Trail Temporary Closure
A section of the Jordan River Trail Parkway between Cottonwood Park and 700 North is temporarily closed for environmental and safety improvements. This temporary closure is part of a larger effort to revitalize this public space while also disrupting illegal activity in the area. The City aims to reopen a safer, cleaner, better-designed corridor that […]
Restoring Native Cacti in our Foothills
Bigroot Prickly Pear cacti used to be widespread in our valley. Can we help them make a comeback?
Native Plant Program – Monarchs and Milkweed
Monarch populations have been in decline in recent decades due to development, climate change, and other factors. Currently, monarch butterflies are under federal protection and may be added to the threatened species list by the end of 2025.
Rocky Mountain Bee Plant Information
About Rocky Mountain Bee Plant Rocky Mountain Bee Plants are native to the western United States and are typically found growing west of the Rockies, from Canada to Arizona. The nectar-filled blossoms attract a diverse array of pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and wasps. Plants can grow as tall as 2-5 feet and have a long […]
Social Trails in the Foothills
Are “Social Trails” a Problem? Social trails, also known as user-created trails, are found throughout the Foothills. Many of these unofficial trails were formed before active management of the Foothills. Hikers, dogs, and bikers have created routes that shortcut managed trails, follow ridgelines, or lead to viewpoints. So what’s wrong with that? Should You Use […]
Identifying Animal Tracks in Snow
Who lives in the Foothills? Fresh snow creates great opportunities to see animal tracks in the snow! Fresh, thin snow is ideal for tracking. If the snow is too dry, it can be blown away, and deeper snow can obscure animal prints. Below are real-life images of common animal tracks we can find right here […]
2024 Volunteer Impact
2024 was an incredible year for our Volunteer Team! We had the opportunity to work with dedicated individuals and amazing groups to benefit public spaces on the Jordan River Trail, up in the Foothills, and at City parks. Foothills Stewardship Series Foothills trails are always in need of maintenance and care! That’s why our Trails […]
Donner Trail Park FAQ
FAQ: Donner Trail Park Proposed Design Updates Donner Trail Park was selected to receive funding through the Parks, Trails, and Open Space (GO) Bond to upgrade existing amenities, add unique features, and enhance the park’s sustainability for future generations. In 2023, SLC Public Lands asked the community what improvements they would like to see at […]