The outdoors is
for you, too.

Confidence starts with a small step.

You don’t need a summit photo or a closet full of gear to enjoy being outside. A short walk, a shared snack, and a new view can be the start of something meaningful.

Take a Hike Utah aims to make that first step more welcoming through approachable hike ideas and practical advice. We want young people and first-time hikers to feel curious, prepared, and comfortable asking questions.

A journey that grows with you.

From First Steps to Find Your Stride, Reach New Heights, and Beyond the Trail, we support growing confidence, skills, and self-reliance. Growth can mean a longer outing, better judgment, a first backpacking trip, or helping someone else feel welcome. There is no deadline and no requirement to seek harder terrain.

Connection, at your own pace.

There is no single way to enjoy nature. Take your time, choose an outing that fits your abilities, and notice what’s around you. We encourage care for the land and respect for everyone who shares it.