Are dogs allowed in Mount Olympus Wilderness?

Yes, dogs are allowed in Mount Olympus Wilderness, but in specific spots. Dogs are not allowed within areas of this wilderness that fall into the designated watershed. Dogs are prohibited on the Big Cottonwood side of the wilderness area. Dogs must be under verbal control or leashed on the Mill Creek Canyon side of Mount Olympus and leashed on even numbered days of the month in Salt Lake County. This is a Salt Lake City ordinance.

Is Mount Olympus Wilderness in a watershed area?

Yes, parts of Mount Olympus fall into the designated watershed, but the entire wilderness area is not in a watershed area. When recreating make sure you know your location to ensure you are following the proper rules.

Are pack animals allowed in Mount Olympus?

Pack animals are allowed in parts of Mount Olympus, but are not allowed in other wilderness areas in the Central Wasatch Mountains. Pack or saddle animals cannot be restrained within 200 feet of water on the Mill Creek side of the wilderness. These animals are prohibited in the Big Cottonwood side of the wilderness.

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