Upper Bell Canyon Reservoir via Bell Canyon Trail

Jessica Casey

Upper Bell Canyon Reservoir via Bell Canyon Trail

07/11/17

For the last 3 years it's been my first hike of the year. It's not really difficult but some parts are steep. My 6 year old grand daughter loves this hike also. We never made it to the falls but wandered around exploring past the reservoir for about 3 miles. In early spring many beautiful wild flowers in parts. Some areas are full sun so make sure to bring plenty of water and sun protection.

5.0

Cade Brown

Upper Bell Canyon Reservoir via Bell Canyon Trail

07/29/16

Just completed this hike on 7/6/16. What the description of this hike fails to tell you is how steep it is. It is very steep and pretty rocky the majority of the way. I did this with 3 of my brothers. We are in decent shape and were all very exhausted by the end. All in all it was a very pretty hike. One of the more difficult ones I have ever done, but once you do make it to the upper reservoir it is worth it. The reservoir itself is not very big at all but it's pretty neat. Because the upper reservoir is so secluded and it is difficult to get there, you will pretty much have it all to yourself. We packed up some hammocks and chilled up by the reservoir for a good 2 hours and no one else showed up. Just make sure to pack plenty of water for this hike. The first few hours does not have much shade so starting earlier is the best plan.

4.0

Tristan Mayfield

Upper Bell Canyon Reservoir via Bell Canyon Trail

07/24/16

I've done this hike 5+ times, twice in the winter, once in the spring, and a few in the summer. The hike is NOT 18 miles round trip. It's 9 round trip (maybe even more like 10, I don't know how people are determining mileage). Yes the trail is steep, but getting up to the reservoir is worth it. If you're feeling more adventurous explore the rocks north of the reservoir to find more ponds and meadows, and for a challenge, take on North and South Thunder mountains (do some research on them first).

4.0