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Intermediate trail up Dry Creek, with views of Alpine City to the west and a mostly shaded trail until Horsetail Falls.


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4.2

Miles

6.7

KM

Out and Back

7,179' 2,188 m

High

5,695' 1,736 m

Low

1,495' 456 m

Up

1,494' 455 m

Down

14%

Avg Grade (8°)

30%

Max Grade (17°)

Dogs Off-leash

Features Fall Colors · River/Creek · Views · Waterfall · Wildflowers

Overview

A pleasant hike up to Horsetail Falls climbing through pines and aspens and following along Dry Creek.

Need to Know

No restrooms. No fees. Limited parking.

Description

The first quarter mile of the trail is a little rocky and exposed, but you soon climb into pines and aspens and the trail is fairly shaded for the rest of the hike.

You'll hike at a steady incline nearly the entire hike to the waterfall. After the first mile or so you'll come up to a small meadow, and soon after that the trail will come to a fork. To the right is the main trail, and if you go to the left, you'll come to a view, which will then link back to the main trail.

You'll cross a few small streams, and in the spring and summer you might hike through the water run-off for just a bit. Towards the last 0.2 miles you'll reach the Dry Creek sign, and you'll want to take the trail to the left.

Within 30-or-so feet left of that sign, you'll make a sharp left and see a narrow trail make a short, steep drop. Take this trail to the waterfall. The waterfall is a sight to see, but has some steep sections due to erosion so take your time and watch your footing.

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Teri Coats

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Horsetail Falls
Dec 2, 2019 near Alpine, UT

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May 28, 2024
Mary Goss
With Josh on Memorial Day - pretty steep, but beautiful views! Muddy and rocky. Hammock area and tree near the start.
Jul 8, 2023
Sabin Nepal
Some parts of the trail has flowing water. You should be good if you can jump around and have a good balance. Else prepare to get your feet wet. 4.2mi
Sep 10, 2022
Zion Robertson
4.2mi
Jan 9, 2022
Jake A
Sep 25, 2021
Kristina T
Steady & moderately challenging incline all the way up but didn't make it to the falls due to the trail drop off. Fun hike though! 3.9mi — 2h 06m
May 18, 2021
Jack Wiscomb
Feb 15, 2021
Heather Wiscombe
Snowboarded down 4.2mi
Nov 6, 2020
Paul B
Turned around at view due to nightfall 3.4mi — 2h 13m
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