Storm Mountain

Big Cottonwood Canyon

Travel Fee: $50

Features: Rocks, stunning mountain vistas, towering pine trees, snow and a spirit of adventure

This location is at a higher altitude thus making it colder than down in the Salt Lake Valley.

Address: E Big Cottonwood Cyn Rd, Salt Lake City, UT 84121

Best time to photograph here: Early morning at sunrise or during the last hour of daylight.

Additional Notes: Weekdays are best at this location to avoid crowds. The music artist Post Malone filmed one of his music videos titled “Saint-Tropez” at this location. You can see if on YouTube here (warning, explicit lyrics to his song).

Please note: Reaching this location requires a short hike up a rocky hill. Additionally, dogs are prohibited in Big Cottonwood Canyon.

Video links on YouTube showcasing location: One, Two

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