Little Baldy

There are four different trailheads that lead to Little Baldy:

Little Baldy from Orem Bench TH
 Hike Time (roundtrip): 5.0 to 7.5 hours
 Distance (roundtrip): 9 miles
 Elevation Gain: 2474 feet
Main Aspect: West
 Climb Rate: 550 feet per mile
 Average Grade: 10%
Notes: The trails in this area are used heavily by mountain bikers and people out on evening walks. The trails go everywhere, so be sure you are on one the goes toward your intended destination, or not.
Trailhead Elevation: 5180 ft
Trailhead Outhouse: No Area: Utah Valley
Area Location: Various locations on east and north ends of the valley
Area Fee: None
Dogs Allowed: Yes
Notes: Take the road past the old Word Perfect buildings. Where it turns from north to northwest, there is a small road heading east, take it to the trailhead.
Destination Elevation: 7654 Feature: Peak
Notes: It is south of big baldy and has similar views of Utah Valley and Mount Timpanogos.


Little Baldy from Dry Canyon TH
 Hike Time (roundtrip): 3.5 to 6.0 hours
 Distance (roundtrip): 6.8 miles
 Elevation Gain: 2214 feet Main Aspect: Southwest
 Climb Rate: 651 feet per mile
 Average Grade: 12%
Notes: The trail up Dry Canyon is not too bad. You’re under trees most of the way.
Trailhead
Dry Canyon TH
Trailhead Elevation: 5440 ft
Trailhead Outhouse: No
Area: Utah Valley
Area Location: Various locations on east and north ends of the valley
Area Fee: None
Dogs Allowed: Yes
Notes: Drive east on 200 S in Lindon (street north of Allens) to where it curves right. Turn left here and follow it to the end. This TH is great. You are in the wilderness almost as soon as you hit the trail.
Destination Elevation: 7654 Feature: Peak
Notes: It is south of big baldy and has similar views of Utah Valley and Mount Timpanogos.


Little Baldy from Timpanogos Park TH
 Hike Time (roundtrip): 5.0 to 8.0 hours
 Distance (roundtrip): 9.4 miles
 Elevation Gain: 2744 feet Main Aspect: West
 Climb Rate: 584 feet per mile
 Average Grade: 11%
Notes: The trails from this trailhead are used mostly by mountain bikers, but can provide enjoyment for hikers too. THere are junctions everywhere, so be sure to pay attention to where they go, and how to get back.
Trailhead
 Timpanogos Park TH
Trailhead Elevation: 4910 ft
Trailhead Outhouse: Yes
Distance from Provo Canyon: 0.9 miles
Area: Provo Canyon
Area Location: East on 800 North in Orem in Utah County.
Area Fee: None
Dogs Allowed: Yes
Notes: This park has a huge parking area, pavillions and large grassy areas. Trails head north, and are all over the Orem foothills
Destination Elevation: 7654 Feature: Peak
Notes: It is south of big baldy and has similar views of Utah Valley and Mount Timpanogos.


Little Baldy from Canyon Glen TH
 Hike Time (roundtrip): 5.0 to 7.5 hours
 Distance (roundtrip): 8.6 miles
 Elevation Gain: 2684 feet Main Aspect: SouthWest
 Climb Rate: 624 feet per mile
 Average Grade: 12%
Notes: Hike through the foothills above Orem, along this section of the Great Western Trail.
Trailhead
Canyon Glen TH
Trailhead Elevation: 4970 ft
Trailhead Outhouse: Yes
Distance from Provo Canyon: 2.1 miles Area: Provo Canyon
Area Location: East on 800 North in Orem in Utah County.
Area Fee: None
Dogs Allowed: Yes
Notes: Watch for the signs that say Canyon Glen Park. Turn left into the parking area. There is a big grassy park with tables, restrooms, etc.
Destination Elevation: 7654 Feature: Peak
Notes: It is south of big baldy and has similar views of Utah Valley and Mount Timpanogos.