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Birches Picnic Area

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Birches Picnic Area is 15 miles from Salt Lake City up Big Cottonwood Canyon. Big Cottonwood Creek runs alongside the site. Vistors enjoy fishing, hiking, and biking. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Big Cottonwood Creek is stocked for trout fishing and is a favorite among local fly-fisherman. Additionally, many hiking and mountain biking trailheads are located in the canyon.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Birches has 6 picnic sites, all with picnic tables, campfire rings, and grills. Pathways within the area are paved.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Big Cottonwood Creek runs alongside the site. Summer wildflowers paint the canyon with vivid color beginning in late July. Autumn leaves put on quite a show in late September.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Big Cottonwood Canyon is a beautiful area known for its soaring peaks, pristine hidden lakes and cascading streams. Numerous hiking and mountain biking trails are in the area. Rock climbing is a popular activity as well. Solitude Mountain Resort is 11.5 miles up-canyon, offering scenic chairlift rides, hiking, a few dining options and a challenging 18-hole disc golf course.</p>

Birches Picnic Area is 15 miles from Salt Lake City up Big Cottonwood Canyon. Big Cottonwood Creek runs alongside the site. Vistors enjoy fishing, hiking, and biking.

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Great Facilities and Amenities

campfire allowed

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firepit

firepit

max num of people

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picnic table

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