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Reseeding the Foothills

Posted on: May 12th, 2025

Foothills Ecology: Rehabilitation After Disturbance The Rocky Mountain Power (RMP) Wildfire Mitigation Project brought safer power poles to the Foothills, helping protect Salt Lake City and its Foothills from the threat of wildfire. These upgrades also brought heavy construction equipment to the Foothills, leaving a number of heavily disturbed areas. Fortunately, the RMP Wildfire Mitigation […]

Social Trails in the Foothills

Posted on: December 30th, 2024

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 […]

2024 Volunteer Impact

Posted on: December 2nd, 2024

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 […]

Wildlife Awareness Tips

Posted on: October 17th, 2024

Have you seen wildlife when recreating the Foothills? Learn more about how to safely navigate a wildlife encounter.

Late Summer Wildflowers in the Foothills

Posted on: September 12th, 2024

Craving color on your hike? Late summer wildflowers still offer color and beauty along our trails.

Foothills Welcome Station Project

Posted on: July 8th, 2024

Visiting the Foothills? Please take the time to check in at our Welcome Stations.

Foothills Ranger Station

Posted on: July 12th, 2023

Welcome to the SLC Foothills Ranger Station! In 2022, the Salt Lake City Public Lands Department launched its Park Ranger Program, and with that, came two dedicated Rangers solely for the Foothills Natural Area. Their role is to patrol the Foothills, assist and educate trail users, report areas of concern, and support the health of […]