No detected openings were recorded in the last 90 days. Campsite Sniper monitors Birches Picnic Area continuously and will alert you if that changes.
Of the 60 tracked reservation dates (Apr 24 – May 3, 2027): 60 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative).
No online availability in the tracked window
Load status
Apr 24 – May 3, 2027Of the 60 tracked reservation dates (Apr 24 – May 3, 2027): 60 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative).
Open dates by month
Apr 2027 – May 2027No month in range currently shows online availability. 0 open reservation dates across the tracked window — these reservation dates are on sites not offered for online reservation.
Holiday windows — day use
Units open per date · of 6 day-use units| Window | Date | Units open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Day | FRI May 28 | 0 | None open |
| SAT May 29 | 0 | None open | |
| SUN May 30 | 0 | None open | |
| MON May 31 | 0 | None open |
Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked date.
Tracked window
CoverageCampsite Sniper's data for this facility starts Apr 24, 2027. That is about 173 days after the current snapshot was taken, so dates before Apr 24, 2027 are not covered by what Campsite Sniper tracks here — they are not known to be unavailable. The reservation dates shown on this page describe Apr 24, 2027 onwards only. Check Recreation.gov for earlier dates.
About Birches Picnic Area
Overview
Birches Picnic Area is 15 miles from Salt Lake City up Big Cottonwood Canyon. Big Cottonwood Creek runs alongside the site. Vistors enjoy fishing, hiking, and biking.
Recreation
Big Cottonwood Creek is stocked for trout fishing and is a favorite among local fly-fisherman. Additionally, many hiking and mountain biking trailheads are located in the canyon.
Natural Features
Big Cottonwood Creek runs alongside the site. Summer wildflowers paint the canyon with vivid color beginning in late July. Autumn leaves put on quite a show in late September.
Nearby Attractions
Big Cottonwood Canyon is a beautiful area known for its soaring peaks, pristine hidden lakes and cascading streams. Numerous hiking and mountain biking trails are in the area. Rock climbing is a popular activity as well. Solitude Mountain Resort is 11.5 miles up-canyon, offering scenic chairlift rides, hiking, a few dining options and a challenging 18-hole disc golf course.
Getting there
Take exit 301 off I-15. Turn east and travel 6 miles on 7200 South to the mouth of Big Cottonwood Canyon. Travel 1.9 miles up Big Cottonwood Canyon to picnic area.
View on Recreation.gov ↗ Get directions ↗
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Birches Picnic Area?
Campsite Sniper's current snapshot shows none of the 60 tracked reservation dates open for online reservation at Birches Picnic Area. That can mean dates are reserved, closed, not yet released, or offered first-come, first-served rather than online. Pick the unit on the map to see its reservation calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this facility for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Nov 2, 2026 18:20 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
When is the next open date at Birches Picnic Area?
Campsite Sniper cannot answer that from the current snapshot. The availability data held for Birches Picnic Area begins Apr 24, 2027 — about 173 days after this snapshot was taken, so any earlier dates are outside what Campsite Sniper is tracking here rather than known to be unavailable. Check Recreation.gov for dates before Apr 24, 2027.
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