Adams Canyon Waterfall
Layton, Utah
Address: | 538 Eastside Dr, Layton, UT 84040, USA |
GPS: |
41°3'59.4"N 111°54'36.9"W Maps | Directions |
State: | Utah |
Trails
Hike
A great hike that is moderate in difficulty, but also provides a sense of adventure to hikers who love climbing rocks and seeing majestic waterfalls.
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Add ResourceBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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From Layton, Utah
- Head east on W Gentile St toward S Dawson St (0.2 mi)
- Turn right onto Main St (0.3 mi)
- Turn left onto Layton Pkwy E (0.3 mi)
- Turn left onto 425/
S Fort Ln (0.3 mi) - Turn right onto E Gentile St (0.9 mi)
- Continue onto Oak Hills Dr (1.6 mi)
- Turn left onto US-89 N (0.4 mi)
- Turn right toward Eastside Dr (85 ft)
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Eastside Dr (0.4 mi)
The trailhead is located just off of HWY 89 in Layton Utah. From Salt Lake City travel on I-15 North to HWY 89. Travel on HWY 89 north to Layton. Turn right on East 1200 North, then immediately turn right on Eastside Road. Near the end of Eastside Road you will see a dirt parking area. This is the trail head parking area. Courtesy of utahoutdooractivities.com
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