Little Mountain Summit – Big Mountain Pass loop from University South Campus

Little Mountain Summit – Big Mountain Pass loop from University South Campus

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Little Mountain Summit – Big Mountain Pass loop from University South Campus

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66.0km

1,140m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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6.99 km

Parleys Canyon

Highlight • Canyon

Steeped in local history, Parleys Canyon pays homage to 19th century pioneer Parley P. Pratt’s surveying of this mountain pass route to Salt Lake Valley. Rugged yet picturesque terrain makes …

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23.9 km

View of Mountain Dell Reservoir

Highlight • Viewpoint

As you make your way along Emigration Canyon Road and round a bend, you're greeted by views of the surrounding mountains and reservoirs below. It's undoubtedly one of the most best vantage points along the route.

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24.6 km

Little Mountain Summit

Highlight • Summit

At the top - great view.

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36.7 km

Big Mountain Pass

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Pass between Morgan and Summit county. Calm and remote in the winter. In the winter, you'll mostly see bicycles and trucks with boats on their way to East Canyon Reservoir.

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61.4 km

Utah's Hogle Zoo

Highlight • Structure

The Hogle Zoo was founded in 1931 and is located at the mouth of Emigration Canyon, covering 42 acres. It is home to over 800 animals from around the world, representing over 200 species, including some endangered ones.

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62.2 km

This Is The Place Heritage Park

Highlight • Historical Site

This park has several monuments to those who settled the Salt Lake Valley and formed the community that would become Salt Lake City.

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64.9 km

University of Utah Campus

Highlight • Settlement

The University of Utah is a great starting point for your ride. Founded in 1850, it has a lively campus community and is surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery.

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65.3 km

George S. Eccles 2002 Legacy Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The Legacy Parkway Bridge is a popular 1,083-foot paved connector trail near North Salt Lake, Utah. This multi-use path is open for travel in both directions.

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66.0 km

End point

Train Station

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