⛺️ Campsite
Birches Picnic Area
Campsite · Salt Lake City, Utah
About this stopover
USDA Forest Service campground, 6 sites
Overview
Birches Picnic Area is 15 miles from Salt Lake City up Big Cottonwood Canyon. Big Cottonwood Creek runs alongside the site. Vistors enjoy fishing, hiking, and biking.
Recreation
Big Cottonwood Creek is stocked for trout fishing and is a favorite among local fly-fisherman. Additionally, many hiking and mountain biking trailheads are located in the canyon.
Facilities
Birches has 6 picnic sites, all with picnic tables, campfire rings, and grills. Pathways within the area are paved.
Natural Features
Big Cottonwood Creek runs alongside the site. Summer wildflowers paint the canyon with vivid color beginning in late July. Autumn leaves put on quite a show in late September.
Nearby Attractions
Big Cottonwood Canyon is a beautiful area known for its soaring peaks, pristine hidden lakes and cascading streams. Numerous hiking and mountain biking trails are in the area. Rock climbing is a popular activity as well. Solitude Mountain Resort is 11.5 miles up-canyon, offering scenic chairlift rides, hiking, a few dining options and a challenging 18-hole disc golf course.
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Data source: Recreation.gov View on the source site Information last updated 11 March 2026
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