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Dry Canyon Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 443 Google reviews · Running trail in Lindon, Utah · Open 24 hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Not reported
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Open 24 hours

Confirmed from Dry Canyon Trailhead'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.

Open 24hScenicHillyTrailhead parking

Steep hiking locale with a meadow, cliffs and lookout points, plus mountain-biking options.

What runners say about Dry Canyon Trailhead

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (443 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 13 mentions

“Dry Canyon is stunning upon arrival for it has these 2 massive cliffs on both sides of the trail that give it an impression of a grand entrance.”

WOW, just wow! I loved this hike. the trail was wonderful, the climb was moderate and the frequent views of Utah County were breathtaking. I highly recommend this hike.

★★★★★ — Jason , Jul 2022

Dry Canyon is stunning upon arrival for it has these 2 massive cliffs on both sides of the trail that give it an impression of a grand entrance. The first part of the hike starts with steep stairs and then there are lots of trails that split off. There are trails that head up to the top of the cliffs.

★★★★☆ — Shaunas , May 2019

Amazing place to hike and mountain bike and hunt. There are so many trails that you can take and even go off on a bunch of game trails. You should be able to see plenty of deer, elk, and birds as you walk around in the early morning or the evening. Great place to take kids as well.

★★★★★ — Hayden , Apr 2023

Have hiked here many times. It’s a great trail with several smaller choices if you want to change it up. I like to take the little switchback to the north cliff for a nice view of the valley. Hiking this during sunrise or sunset makes for some beautiful lighting with the cliffs.

★★★★★ — Jonah , Jun 2018

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 26 mentions

“Dry Canyon is stunning upon arrival for it has these 2 massive cliffs on both sides of the trail that give it an impression of a grand entrance.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 12 mentions

“From the parking lot, face the canyon, go straight up through the stair steps and you will get there!”

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⛰️ Hills / elevation 10 mentions

“the trail was wonderful, the climb was moderate and the frequent views of Utah County were breathtaking.”

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Plan your run at Dry Canyon Trailhead

The practical stuff

  • AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
  • 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.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
  • At the trailheadparking — reported by runners

Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Dry Canyon Trailhead

Parking lot, Lindon, UT 84042

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.