The "Y" Mountain Trail

Wow. Amazing hike, but exhausting! It starts out with the normal Y trail which is tiring as is. Then teases you with a dirt trail leading off into the mountains and the next mile isn’t too bad. The. That last mile is straight up! And exhausting! The views are absolutely incredible and provides a feeling of accomplishment when you reach that flag at the top! Definitely recommend!

If you want a workout, do this hike! Trails are pretty wide, and it’s a good hike for kids. Picnic tables at the top

Beautiful day to hike. 27 April 2018.
Great “workout” hike. Up to the Y a good start. From there till turnoff is not too aggressive (turnoff about a mile plus later). After taking a left at turnoff gets steeper most of the way till top. First time doing. 1 hr 45 min to get up. 1 hr down. Nice variety in trail conditions, nice views up top.

Fun hike. Pretty good workout too. There was no snow on he trail at all on 4/28/2018

Hiked it in early March, still with snow. Good trails all the way up. One thing I liked is that the majority of the hike actually has very pretty views - not just at the top. Snow made it kind of time consuming but not too steep or treacherous. I would recommend going at a time when there’s no snow.

Went all the way to the summit...about 1.5 feet of snow at the top...it slowed me down a decent bit but it was still doable with out an extra gear...just keep that in mind. Again, I’d like to reiterate that the second half of the trail is soooo much better than the first half...it’s got a whole different energy to it.

I love this hike!

Fun little hike

Hard but fun!

Hard with new snow. Only one person on trail to summit (Sunday). Snowshoes necessary past Y fork.

Pretty easy, beautiful hike after the Y. Great option to to more hiking past the peak.

This is a great trail. Nicely done with signs and explanations on local wildlife and environmental life. It’s a steep steep trail though. Everyone knows that. But it gets you to the “Y” quickly where the view is amazing. That’s another thing I like a lot about this trail, almost the whole time you get an amazing view of the valley without huge trees blocking your sight. It’s relatively short but it is still a leg burner. Fun “during the week” hike. Takes about 45-120 minutes depending on your health

I didn't love the first bit of the hike, but the trail gets gorgeous once you're past the Y! Fewer people, and way more wildlife.

Tough hike but once you get passed the Y, the view is absolutely spectacular and worth all the effort.

It was a great, hard little hike with a gorgeous view at sunset!

Just don't hike it during Spring. I hated every single time of it.

Going to the “Y” isn’t that great, but once you go past it, the trail is a lot prettier. The view from the top at sunset was perfect!

It can be a bit grueling, but worth it!

The trail is much prettier after you turn east into the canyon.

Fun trail and great views despite the very useful post by Brandee Aragon. "BYU sucks" so you don't like the trail?

It was quite steep and tough but the view was absolutely worth it!

It's a decent trail and a hike I've done several times over the last 30 years. It's pretty steep and there's no shade. The markers are nice though so you can see your progress.

I really do not like this trail. It is hot and ugly. BYU sucks, and there are better hikes with better views that aren't much further. Try Sqaw peak or Buffalo Peak (if you have kids).
If you are adamant on doing this hike, keep going up past the top of the Y. There is a pretty decent trail and it will put you in some shade and give you a better view.

Hard hike-but the view from the top is awesome!!

The hike turned into a trail run in cargo shorts. It's not as difficult as people think it is, you just need to keep from going during the heat of the day. Pretty much no shade cover which can intensify the hike. I went extremely late in the evening and it was fine.

I like to hike to the Y when I'm wanting a good workout but I wouldn't recommend it if you are wanting to enjoy nature. The trail is not pretty, but you do get views of Provo all the way up. I've never done the full hike that continues past the Y. If you want even better views of the valley, hike Squaw Peak or Mt Timpanogos.

Most other reviews are not for the Y mountain trail that is described above. Most speak of only the first 1.1 miles of the trail to the painted "Y" on the mountain and not the trail the leads to the overlook near the top of Wahdahhekawee. Also, it should be noted that the trail described does not take you to the actual summit, but to a false summit. There is no defined trail to the actual summit, rather you must shwack to the East for 10 minutes off the main trail to get to the actual summit.

A relatively short hike, but since it is so steep, it takes a little more time to hike. Wouldn't recommend going when the sun is strongest (there really isn't much shade). The view is fantastic, though! A must visit!

I love hiking the "Y" because it is a great work out with a beautiful view! Definitely recommend hiking this trail in the evening, there is little to no shade. Benches are scattered along the trails switch backs. 7/22/2017