Butterfield Canyon, Canyon in Salt Lake County, United States
The steep rock formations of Butterfield Canyon rise to an elevation of 1604 meters through the Oquirrh Mountains in southwest Salt Lake County.
Thomas Jefferson Butterfield and Samuel Egbert discovered the canyon in 1851 while searching for suitable livestock grazing lands near the water stream.
The canyon provides access points to observe the extensive operations of Kennecott Utah Copper, representing the industrial heritage of the region.
The 13.8-mile canyon road remains closed between October and June due to winter conditions, requiring visitors to plan their trips during summer months.
Fossil discoveries within the canyon walls include ancient coral specimens, indicating this area was once submerged under prehistoric waters.
Location: Salt Lake County
Elevation above the sea: 1,604 m
GPS coordinates: 40.51306,-112.07611
Latest update: March 28, 2025 05:39
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