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Malan’s Peak is a popular high point for Ogden locals to hike to on a regular basis. It’s not the highest peak by any means at 6,916 ft, but it does provide great views of Ben Lomond Peak to the north, as well as the Ogden/Layton valley. It’s a tough 5 mile hike that can be completed within 3 hours, making it an excellent choice for a “quick” early morning jaunt to get the dogs out, and get some exercise in. Be ready for a great leg workout!

Directions

 From SLC head north on I-15. Take exit 395 for US-89 North, and drive 13 miles. Turn right onto Harrison Blvd, and follow this for 4.5 miles, then turn right onto 27th St in Ogden. Drive to the very end, and park at the TH.

Here’s a driving map.

Trail Info

Distance: 5 miles round trip

Elevation gain: 2,040 ft

Time: 3-4 hours

Dog friendly? Yes, off leash

Kid friendly? Yes

Hiking Malan's Peak

This is the parking area and TH start. Start by hiking to the left.

Hiking Malan's Peak

Head directly East. You can see your destination!

Hiking Malan's Peak

Once you reach the Bonneville Shoreline Trail sign, head left, and the trail will quickly wrap around to the right (East).

Hiking Malan's Peak

Follow signs for Taylor Canyon/ Malan’s Peak.

Hiking Malan's Peak

You should reach this bridge after 30 minutes or so of hiking. Cross here to the right. This is when the trail will begin to get really steep.

Hiking Malan's Peak

Pass a rocky out-cropping on your left.

Hiking Malan's Peak

First overlook at one of the many switchbacks.

Hiking Malan's Peak

Malan’s Peak trail is mostly all in the shade, so microspikes are nice to bring in Winter.

Hiking Malan's Peak

The trail gets even steeper now through a nice forested section.

Hiking Malan's Peak

As you get closer to the summit, if you look back you will have an amazing view of Mt.Ogden!

Hiking Malan's Peak

Just a little further! Flat never felt so good!

Hiking Malan's Peak

Finally on the summit! Awesome views looking north to Ben Lomond Peak and Ogden valley.

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Malan's Peak

Charlie and I our very first time on Malan’s Peak around 2015. Charlie had zero white on his face!

2019

Hiking to Malan's Peak, Ogden, Utah, Hiking in Utah with Dogs

On Malan’s Peak looking East. We had a lot more snow in 2019!

Hiking to Malan's Peak, Ogden, Utah, Hiking in Utah with Dogs

Great views all around.

Hiking to Malan's Peak, Ogden, Utah, Hiking in Utah with Dogs

Love hiking with my gal pal, Julie!

Hiking to Malan's Peak, Ogden, Utah, Hiking in Utah with Dogs

Best buds! From left to right is my Charlie, “Little” Charlie (as we call him to differentiate between the two Charlie’s!), and Annie!

Check out my video!

Trail Map

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