2023 Utah Treasure Hunt Solve

2026 Treasure Hunt Updates The 2025 Solve The 2024 Solve 2023 Poem Overview The 2023 hunt was a masterclass in metaphor, geography, and cross-referencing local landmarks with poetic clues. Participants pieced together subtle references that led them from Salt Lake City to Mueller Park Trail in Bountiful, where the $25,000 treasure was discovered. Key Clues […]
How to Solve Utah Treasure Hunt Poems

2026 Utah Treasure Hunt updates About the Utah Treasure Hunt John and Dave have announced that the 7th Utah Treasure Hunt will kick-off on May 30th, 2026! To prepare, one of the best things you can do is study how previous poems were solved. Each year’s treasure has been hidden somewhere in Utah’s great outdoors, […]
Speak Up for Foothill Trails Petition

Trails provide us with vitally important access to open space close to where we live and provides us with an active, outdoor lifestyle that keeps us and our communities happy and healthy. Please join us and sign the following petition. WHATSalt Lake City Trails and Public Lands needs to move forward with the SL Foothill Trails […]
Trail Etiquette by User Type

Trail Etiquette basics for dog owners, hikers, and mountain bike riders
Leave No Trace

Keeping Trails in Utah Wild and Beautiful The 7 Principles of Leave No Trace Table of Contents Utah’s breathtaking landscapes are more than just a backdrop for adventure—they’re delicate ecosystems that require our care and respect. At Trails Utah, we’re committed to keeping our trails pristine for future generations, and one of the best ways […]
Right of Way on the trails

who yields to who? Utah’s trails are for everyone—but not everyone moves the same way. Whether you’re hiking, biking, or riding horseback, knowing who yields to whom helps prevent collisions, reduce stress, and keep the vibe on the trail friendly and safe. Right of way isn’t about trail superiority—it’s about momentum, visibility, and respecting the […]
Four C’s of Trail Etiquette

Common Sense for the Common Good The Four C’s of Trail Etiquette: Common Sense for the Common Good On Utah’s trails, we all want the same thing—fresh air, great views, and a peaceful (or adrenaline-packed) experience in nature. But our trails are shared spaces, which means how you use them directly affects someone else’s experience. […]
Trail Etiquette

Respecting Nature and Fellow Trail Users Utah’s vast and diverse landscapes offer endless opportunities for outdoor adventure. Whether you’re hiking, biking, riding horseback, or exploring with your pup, every trail user plays a role in keeping our trails safe, enjoyable, and sustainable. This guide brings together the Four C’s of Trail Etiquette, Leave No Trace […]
Bonneville Shoreline Trail Advancement Bill

Senators John Curtis and Mike Lee have introduced the Bonneville Shoreline Trail Feasibility Study Act, marking the first step toward protecting the Bonneville Shoreline Trail (BST) with a national trail designation. The bill would launch a feasibility study to determine if the BST qualifies as a National Scenic Trail or for another designation under the […]
EXPLORE Act Passes The Senate, what it means for Outdoor Recreation in Utah

Celebrate the passage of the EXPLORE Act! How it enhances outdoor recreation and Trails Utah’s mission to protect and expand Utah’s trails.