United StatesUtahSouth Mountain

South Mountain

Mountain in Utah · 6,821 ft

6,821 ft
Elevation
446 ft
Prominence
1.9 mi
Hike length one way
40.4669, -112.0392
Coordinates (N, E)

The hike up South Mountain

1.9 mi
one way
1,430 ft
of ascent
2 h 8 min
round trip

The route starts at Wide Hollow — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.

5,413 ft1.9 mi · 6,808 ft

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Parking and starting point

1Wide HollowRecommended
marked trailhead · north of the peak
1.9 mi on foot · ↑ 1,430 ft · about 2 h 8 min round trip
Directions in Google Maps ↗
2Parking area
parking · northeast of the peak
about 2.2 mi to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗
3Parking area
parking · northwest of the peak
about 2.5 mi to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗

Check signage and any parking fees on site.

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Frequently asked questions

How high is South Mountain?

South Mountain is 6,821 ft above sea level and lies in Utah. Its prominence is 446 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.

How long is the hike up South Mountain?

From Wide Hollow it is about 1.9 mi one way with 1,430 ft of ascent. Expect around 2 h 8 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.

Where do you park for South Mountain?

The nearest starting point is Wide Hollow (north of the peak) — 1.9 mi on foot · ↑ 1,430 ft · about 2 h 8 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area northeast of the peak (about 2.2 mi to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.

Can I log South Mountain in Conquer?

Yes — South Mountain is one of 49,213 peaks in United States in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.

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