Name: Jon Pardi: Gamblin' Man Tour 2026
Start: 2026-10-09
End: 2026-10-09

Short, easy hike with beautiful canyon views and access to other trails.

A moderate to heavily trafficked hike in the trees with a few beautiful canyon views. Many other options to lengthen the hike exist here, including the Salt Lake Overlook, Thaynes Canyon Peak, and access to other trails that branch off through Millcreek, this hike is a great way to warm up and see what hiking is about in this fantastic area.

**Local's recommendation:** An excellent summer or fall hike. Dogs are allowed; they must be kept on-leash on even days, and can be off-leash on odd days.

**Details**

**Difficulty:** Easy

**Highest point:** 6467 ft

**Lowest point:** 5748 ft

**Best time of year:** Year round

**Safety information:** Bring comfortable hiking shoes, plenty of water, and extra snacks. There are mildly steep parts, so a walking pole is helpful.

**Roadbook**

From the parking lot, take the Desolation Trail and stay to the left on the Thaynes Canyon trail. At 0.6 mile, there is a trail sign with a branch to the right for Desolation - go right on that trail. It will loop around and back down to the trailhead.

- Thaynes Canyon Trailhead, Salt Lake City, UT 84109 - 0 mi
- Photo - 0.3 mi
- Highest point, 6260 ft - 0.6 mi
- Lowest point, 5745 ft - 1.6 mi
- Loop - 1.6 mi

**How to Get There**

**Public transport:** Bus routes do not travel up to this trailhead in summer - best access is by car.

**Parking:** Parking is available for free near the trailhead. Be aware that there is a $5.00 fee when exiting Millcreek Canyon.

Thaynes Canyon Loop

a vast 630 acres of natural area that runs from east to west among the growing neighborhoods of Sandy. The park includes more than 15 miles of trails for hikers, bicyclists and horseback riders.

Dimple Dell Regional Park

Located on 20 elegant acres at the mouth of Little Cottonwood Canyon, La Caille offers an unmatched experience and atmosphere. Stroll through the three-acre vineyard, enjoy a canyon breeze on the patio, host an unforgettable event – La Caille is your perfect place. Dinner served Wednesday- Saturday. Sunday brunch available from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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4.5 mi/7.2 km one-way — In Little Cottonwood Canyon, this trail leads first to an overlook with beautiful views down the canyon, then into a broad meadow and over a ridge to White Pine Lake. The trailhead is located on the south side of Little Cottonwood Road about 5.5 miles up the canyon, (about .7 miles below Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort). There is a parking area, but slow down when you get close, as it’s easy to miss.From the parking lot, walk along the wide service road (closed to vehicles) about 1.25 miles to the overlook. Another .75 miles gets you to the meadow—a good place for a break and a snack. You can turn around here for a round-trip of only 4 miles or continue on the trail for another 2.5 miles to get to the lake (a 9 mile round-trip excursion).

White Pine Overlook & Lake

The Loveland Living Planet Aquarium (LLPA) in Draper, Utah, is home to more than 5,600 animals from around the world. Conveniently located just off Interstate 15 at Exit 291—just minutes from downtown Salt Lake City—this world-class Aquarium features a 300,000-gallon shark habitat with a 40-foot tunnel that guests can walk through to view seven shark species, sea turtles, stingrays, and more.​​

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During your visit, explore our other immersive habitats, including [Deep Sea Lab](https://livingplanetaquarium.org/animal-habitats/deep-sea/), [Discover Utah](https://livingplanetaquarium.org/animal-habitats/discover-utah/), [Journey to South America](https://livingplanetaquarium.org/animal-habitats/south-america/), [Ocean Explorer](https://livingplanetaquarium.org/animal-habitats/ocean-explorer/), and [Penguin Research Station](https://livingplanetaquarium.org/animal-habitats/penguin-research-station/). Then dive into our [EECO Voyager](https://livingplanetaquarium.org/eeco-voyager/), a virtual reality experience that embarks you on a journey to discover the world’s ecosystems! From interactive exhibits to jaw-dropping virtual reality experiences, there’s something for every member of your family to enjoy.

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Loveland Living Planet Aquarium

Visitor information The Visitor Experience is a self-guided tour with many exhibits for you to see and read about the Bingham Canyon Mine, its history, and operations. We also offer a virtual tour of our operation to continue learning about the Bingham Canyon Mine: [https://www.youvisit.com/tour/riotinto](https://www.youvisit.com/tour/riotinto") Shuttles can accommodate up to 30 guests. Shuttle service to the mine overlook runs 7-days a week starting each day at 9:30 am and runs every 30 minutes with the last shuttle departing at 2:30pm (and returning by 4:00pm). The entire experience takes about an hour but can run longer depending on how long you visit the Bingham Canyon Mine overlook. You are welcome to take pictures of your visit, however professional photography is not allowed. Be prepared for the weather as the Visitor Experience is completely outdoors. The weather at the mine is sometimes different than that of the rest of the Salt Lake Valley. On sunny days, it will be hot. Bring water, sunscreen, and sun protection. If it looks like it may rain, please consider a jacket or umbrella. In the cooler months, be prepared for wind and cold temperatures. Safety Policies Safety is essential to everything we do at Kennecott - and your safety is our number one priority when visiting the Bingham Canyon Mine. We are committed to protecting the health and safety of all our employees and visitors. All safety rules and policies must be followed. Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult You must use the shuttle services to visit the overlook Children and adults must wear a seat belt while on the shuttle – car/booster seats are not required, and infants may be held in arms during travel Stay inside the designated visitor area (always fenced or otherwise) Use of drugs, alcohol or smoking/vaping are strictly prohibited Firearms, knives, and other weapons are prohibited on all Rio Tinto Kennecott property Unauthorized use of drones or professional photography are prohibited on all property

Rio Tinto Kennecott Visitor Experience at Bingham Canyon Mine

The Utah Pickleball Center is a massive $42 million, 170,000-square-foot facility currently under construction in South Jordan (272 W. 11000 South), slated to open in October 2027. It will feature 41 courts, a 2,500-seat stadium court, a fitness center, and serve as the home base for the Utah Black Diamonds.

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Market Street Grill - South Jordan

Largest selection of fresh oysters in the state. Extensive seafood, delicious Angus Beef steaks, & our legendary clam chowder. Wide variety of non-seafood selections. Oysters half-price all day every Monday. Specially priced appetizers daily. Extensive wine list. Lunch, dinner, Sunday Brunch. Private dining rooms.

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Jon Pardi: Gamblin' Man Tour 2026Jon Pardi, country music’s California cowboy, has brought the West Coast to Nashville with four Top 5 albums on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart, four platinum-certified No. 1 singles on the Country Airplay chart and six North American headlining tours since 2014. The Dixon, California native moved to Music City and cut his teeth opening for Dierks Bentley before releasing a slew of successful singles including 2012’s “Missin' You Crazy” and 2013’s “Up All Night” ahead of his debut album Write You a Song in 2014. Pardi’s 2016 follow-up, California Sunrise, featured his first two Country Airplay No. 1 singles “Head Over Boots” and “Dirt on My Boots,” while 2022’s Mr. Saturday Night hosted his highest-charting song on the Billboard Hot 100, “Last Night Lonely.” In 2023, he became the first California native to be invited to join the Grand Ole Opry. In April 2025, Pardi released his fifth studio album, Honkytonk Hollywood, which features the hit country single “Friday Night Heartbreaker.”This calendar listing is brought to you by NowPlayingUtah.com, Utah's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Utah Cultural Alliance.

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