A new pilot program for the Utah Open Lands Bonanza Shuttle is now connecting riders from the Cottonwood Heights Park-n-Ride to the Bloods Lake and Bonanza Flat trailheads. The free service operates on Saturdays and Sundays from July 18 through September 27.
Available on a first-come, first-served basis, the shuttle is designed for hikers, bikers, and anyone seeking an easier way to reach the mountains without driving to the top of the canyon.
Each shuttle has a capacity of up to 11 passengers and 7 bikes. While hikers and cyclists are welcome, only service animals are permitted on the vehicle.
Utah Open Lands stated that the initiative seeks to reduce the number of individual vehicles traveling up the canyon, ease parking pressure at popular trailheads, and lower emissions. The shuttle also provides improved access for individuals who may not wish to drive canyon roads or whose vehicles are not suited for the trip.
The service stops at both the Bonanza Flat Trailhead and Bloods Lake Trailhead, serving routes such as the Bonanza Loop Trail, 9K, and Bloods Lake Trail.
The shuttle does not provide a direct drop-off at the top of Guardsman Pass, though riders can access the broader trail network toward the Wasatch Crest from the Bonanza Flat Conservation Area.
Users traveling into Millcreek should note that bikes are only permitted on upper Millcreek Canyon trails on even-numbered days. Utah Open Lands encourages passengers to plan ahead with water and prepare for changing mountain weather.
