Hiking with kids can be hard. They get tired and hungry when the hike is too long and difficult. I’ve run into this problem multiple times after underestimating the difficulty of a hike. This post is comprised of hikes that are perfect for families with younger kids.
Bicentennial trail got a 4 out of 5 stars on All Trails. It is 1 mile long and great for kids of all ages. The trail is easy to see and allows the kids to see wildlife along the way.
This 1.2 mile paved trail is perfect for walking, jogging, or riding bikes with the family. Carterville is a city walk but there are also parts through the woods and by a small river.
This trail is right next to a river and is best used from May to October. Canyon View is 1.4 miles and is perfect for all skill levels.
Bridal Veil is a beautiful waterfall hike and is a great hike for kids. The kids can splash around in the water near the rocks and still enjoy the 1.4 mile hike.
5. Upper Falls
This hike is a little shorter being only 0.6 miles. The hike is to a waterfall and along the way you see some fun spray-painted pictures.
Riverview is a paved 1 mile hike near Orem. It is a perfect place for a family bike ride or an evening walk. There are some fun playgrounds and open fields to play in along the way.
Stewart falls has a moderate difficulty rating and is a bit longer than the other trails listed. It is about 3 miles with some steeper uphill sections, but at the end there is a 200 foot waterfall with a river that kids can play in.
This hike is another waterfall hike, that is 2.4 miles long. This hike is near Aspen Grove and is listed as moderate. This hike may be for families with kids older than 8 years old.
Lover’s Lane is a 3.4 mile trail through some trees. This is a dirt trail with some shaded parts, perfect for a nice walk.
10. Hike the Y
This hike is very popular if you live in the provo and orem area. It is about a 2 mile hike up to the Y on the mountain. This hike is a little harder and will take a couple of hours (about 2 or 3) with little kids, but the view of the city is worth the hike.