Rock Canyon (Provo, Utah)

Rock Canyon is located in the Wasatch Mountains, in east Provo, Utah, United States.

[1][Note 1] It is popular with rock climbers and hikers (and a number of other outdoor enthusiasts of all types) due to its unique and rugged geology as well as its proximity to Brigham Young University.

A contingent of Timpanogos, under the direction of Big Elk, fled to Rock Canyon following a battle with the Mormon militia.

There are large mineral deposits in the canyon and many shafts and tunnels still exist which may be explored.

[3] Rock Canyon is home to a number of large game animals and it is common for visitors to observe deer, bighorn sheep, or other species.