I haven’t hiked on Badger Mountain in quite a while so I decided to hit the Canyon Trail for the first time in over a year. I was pleasantly surprised when I got to Trailhead Park and saw the improvements to the bottom part of the trail.
More gradual Canyon Trail route which bypasses the “steep stairs” section
Trail volunteers have been busy cutting out a brand new section to make for a more gradual climb up the Badger Mountain Canyon Trail. A common complaint of the past was the difficulty and hazards posed by the steep stair section which climbs quickly out of Trailhead Park.
Climbing the steep, rough steps on the Badger Mountain Canyon Trail
It is a very nice addition to the collection of Badger Mountain Trails (Canyon, Sagebrush, Skyline, Badger Flats and Langdon (Orchard View)). This makes the Canyon Trail hike a little easier but it makes the trail .2 miles longer. I encourage you to go check out this new route and share with your friends. You can click this link for directions and maps for the newly updated Canyon Trail!