In winter, starting out from Big Cottonwood Canyon Road adds about a mile each way to the traditional summer length.
In winter, snowshoes or microspikes are recommended when making the trek to Donut Falls.
Small bridge over the creek.
Enjoying a winter hike to Donut Falls.
Gotta bring the hot cocoa when it's 12 degrees out
Enjoying a winter hike to Donut Falls.
The small descent into the little valley where Donut Falls sits.
Enjoying a winter hike to Donut Falls.
Hiking up the snow-covered Donut Falls.
There are some steep sections, and poles really help with the ascent.
The small cave at the top.
It is a lot warmer inside the cave than outside of it.
Inside the Donut Falls Cave.
Finding a safe route down.
Returning down canyon.