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Ensign Peak Park, Salt Lake City

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Ensign Peak is a peak in the foothills near downtown Salt Lake City, Utah. It is approximately one mile north of the Utah State Capitol and sits almost directly behind it. On July 26, 1847, Brigham Young and other early members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) climbed this hill and gave it its present name. The hill has religious significance in LDS Church history and in its symbolism.
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  • By A9586ULmichaelc
    The hike was about 1 mile each way and the views from the top was great. Parking is on the street in a residential neighborhood. Worth checking out. 
    The hike was about 1 mile each way and the views from the top was great. Parking is on the street in a residential neighborhood. Worth checking out.  more »
  • By 194dennisl
    its in my neighborhood, great park with great view good for kids, walking dogs but please clean up after dog walk and good neighborhood. 
    its in my neighborhood, great park with great view good for kids, walking dogs but please clean up after dog walk and good neighborhood.  more »
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  • By Allen Blodgett
    Short hike, but worth the exercise
  • By mack karben
    Love ❤ this place great experience viewing over salt lake
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