Adams Canyon/ Waterfall

(Kaysville) 

3.6 mi RT

2-3 hours

Moderate/difficult, 1268' elevation gain

Partial shade at the start, then mostly shaded in the canyon

No restrooms at trailhead

Year round (especially pretty in late spring, but your feet might get wet)

*no signs at trailhead (NE corner of Eastside Drive and Canyon Drive/350 North)

*at one point there will be a giant boulder in the way; climb over on the right side

This trail is located near Layton, Utah. On Northbound I-89, take the first right after the stoplight at Oak Hills Drive and then immediately turn right onto N Eastside Drive. Cars will most likely be parked along the road. A little more than a quarter mile down the road, you will find the dirt parking area directly next to the trailhead.

I love this hike because it has my three favorite things: a waterfall, lots of shade and moderately rugged terrain! I hate switchbacks and unfortunately, this hike has them right at the beginning! However, the switchbacks are totally worth it on the Adams Waterfall hike! This trail is pretty dang cool – I enjoyed getting to the waterfall as much as the waterfall itself! The trail is rugged, and somewhat steep in parts, but that’s what makes it so fun. Round trip, this hike took us about two hours (including a break for lunch at the waterfall). We got there around 11am and there was still plenty of parking! Tips: This hike is also dog friendly, so be aware of those “little surprises” along the trail.