This is the climb for what I call "The Whole Ave." It is from the Lower City Creek Trailhead in Salt Lake City, up to the top of the downhill bike trail 19th Avenue.
It is around a 4 mile climb, and about 3.5 miles back down to the car and it has become my go-to for bike rides at the end of this season.
Hopper, my dog enjoys running the trails with me and yes he was on a leash for the beginning section on the road. Today was quite busy so I wanted him in control next to me.
I also bring poop bags and clean up after him while we are out. If he brings it up the trail, he can take it back down.