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City Creek Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 416 Google reviews · Running trail in Salt Lake City, Utah · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from City Creek Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Scenic, tree-lined park along City Creek featuring an arched bridge & walking paths.
What runners say about City Creek Park
“With its scenic setting and well-kept grounds, it's a wonderful spot for anyone looking to escape the busy pace of the city for a while.”
“When you walk down from State Capitol Building to Temple Square, you'll see this quiet and beautiful park.”
“The tree-lined paths, flowing creek, and open green spaces create a calm atmosphere that's easy to enjoy.”
“The creek running through the park gives it a really peaceful vibe, and everything is clean and well maintained.”
Great place for dogs! Lots of dog owners go here. When we are there we saw many without leashes, which I would only recommend if your dog is well trained. Great paths through trees as you get further up the park. Can see Capitol some from park as well. Kids would love the water. Fairly shallow on most places.
A small park, mostly covered in trees with benches galore. A little man made pond and waterfall sit in the middle of it all, babbling away. A few gorgeous bridges to cross and snap pictures of! A good place to rest while walking around town.
Year round access, lots of trees in the first mile or so, then typical foothill grassy and scrub oak landscape. Nice gradient to keep the heart rate going.
This is a beautiful park that's perfect for a peaceful walk or a relaxing break outdoors. The tree-lined paths, flowing creek, and open green spaces create a calm atmosphere that's easy to enjoy. It's a great place to take in nature, have a picnic, or simply unwind while listening to the water.
Trail conditions & character
“When you walk down from State Capitol Building to Temple Square, you'll see this quiet and beautiful park.”
“My less favorite thing in this park is the people who leave their dogs without a leash.”
“The creek running through the park gives it a really peaceful vibe, and everything is clean and well maintained.”
“The tree-lined paths, flowing creek, and open green spaces create a calm atmosphere that's easy to enjoy.”
Plan your run at City Creek Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteslc.gov
- Phone(801) 972-7860
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–11 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–11 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–11 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–11 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–11 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–11 PM |
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