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Hidden Hollow
4.5 ★★★★★ 157 Google reviews · Running trail in Salt Lake City, Utah · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Hidden Hollow'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.
Former construction debris-strewn area now run as a naturalistic park with benches & picnicking.
What runners say about Hidden Hollow
“Overall, Hidden Hollow is a beautiful, peaceful, and well-maintained nature spot perfect for a quiet escape from the city.”
“Hidden Hollow is a charming and picturesque nature spot located in Sugar House Park, Salt Lake City.”
“The area features lush greenery, a meandering stream, and a canopy of trees that provide ample shade on hot summer days.”
“It is a small stream that gently flows through a forested area, creating a peaceful and tranquil environment that visitors will enjoy.”
Hidden Hollow is a charming and picturesque nature spot located in Sugar House Park, Salt Lake City. It is a small stream that gently flows through a forested area, creating a peaceful and tranquil environment that visitors will enjoy.
Hidden Hollow is an oasis in a very urban setting. It's not a hike, more like a walk to see it all. The path is smooth. My grandsons rode their scooters on it. A wheelchair would handle it easily. It's very shaded and the stream running through adds an idyllic touch.
Cute little walkway/nature preserve that is located in Sugarhouse. It’s literally surrounded by shopping centers and restaurants. It’s nice break from the busy. There is a stream, lots of trees, and some animals. I enjoyed walking hidden hollow after lunch today. I highly recommend.
Sometimes I feel scared when I run through here early morning but I loveeee that the tunnel goes to Sugarhouse Park. And it is really a pretty little loop unexpectedly in the middle of a shopping center
Trail conditions & character
“It is a small stream that gently flows through a forested area, creating a peaceful and tranquil environment that visitors will enjoy.”
“The area features lush greenery, a meandering stream, and a canopy of trees that provide ample shade on hot summer days.”
“Hidden Hollow is a charming and picturesque nature spot located in Sugar House Park, Salt Lake City.”
“And it is really a pretty little loop unexpectedly in the middle of a shopping center”
“Moreover, the area is easily accessible and conveniently located near the Sugar House Park entrance, making it easy to find and navigate.”
Plan your run at Hidden Hollow
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
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websiteslc.gov
- Phone(801) 972-7800
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 5 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 5 AM–10 PM |
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