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Millrace Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ 839 Google reviews · Running trail in Taylorsville, Utah · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
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Shade
Tree cover
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Millrace 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.

ShadedScenicDog-friendlyRestroomsWaterTrailhead parkingQuiet

Amenities at this grassy space include an off-leash dog area (permit required) & bass-fishing pond.

What runners say about Millrace Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (839 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 7 mentions

“There are bags all over for others to clean up, but with dogs running around loose, they may not know their dog created it.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 3 mentions

“This is a huge and beautiful park next to the river with really nice walking trails, soccer field, kids play area, public bathrooms and a large dog park.”

🌳 shaded & cool 3 mentions

“There is lots of shade right near the playground, and a walking path around the big field.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 3 mentions

“Millrace Park is a peaceful gem in Taylorsville—perfect for picnics, strolls, and watching ducks glide across the pond.”

👟 good for all levels 2 mentions

“The playground is good for all ages.”

I love this park, very close of the Wasatch mountains..Have a Pavillions, & a playground. All green around, with many trees 🌳, outstanding views, side walks to do jogg and hiking areas. The grass areas are beautiful & clean! Have many branches to seat & admire the nature...

★★★★★ — Silvina , Sep 2023

This is actually a nice dog park. The layout is nice, with some trees, rock formations, and some tunnels for the dogs to enjoy. Not very busy on a Sunday, seeing it a little more busy on a day with 75 degree weather would be good for the dogs, but not so busy that it is congested.

★★★★☆ — M.C. , Oct 2022

Millrace Park is a peaceful gem in Taylorsville—perfect for picnics, strolls, and watching ducks glide across the pond. The walking paths are clean and shaded, and the open grassy areas invite relaxation. Great spot for families or a quiet solo escape. Local charm at its best!

★★★★★ — Cole , Oct 2025

This is a great dog park. It's not as big as some others, but it still has plenty of space to run and play. Poop bags are provided (PLEASE pick up after your dog!) and a water fountain and bow for your thirsty pup. Dogs seemed to be better behaved here than at other parks.

★★★★★ — Hannah , Jun 2018

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 839 reviews →

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.

🐕 Dog-friendly 32 mentions

“This is a huge and beautiful park next to the river with really nice walking trails, soccer field, kids play area, public bathrooms and a large dog park.”

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🏞️ Scenic views 5 mentions

“This is a huge and beautiful park next to the river with really nice walking trails, soccer field, kids play area, public bathrooms and a large dog park.”

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🌳 Shaded / tree cover 3 mentions

“There is lots of shade right near the playground, and a walking path around the big field.”

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🚻 Restrooms 3 mentions

“This is a huge and beautiful park next to the river with really nice walking trails, soccer field, kids play area, public bathrooms and a large dog park.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 3 mentions

“Is easy access just off the Jordan River parkway trail, access to nearby homes with plenty of parking space for those week who have to drive to this park.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 3 mentions

“Millrace Park is a peaceful gem in Taylorsville—perfect for picnics, strolls, and watching ducks glide across the pond.”

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🚰 Water fountains 2 mentions

“) and a water fountain and bow for your thirsty pup.”

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Plan your run at Millrace 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, restrooms, water — reported by runners
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Websiteslco.org
  • Phone(801) 963-5400

Hours

Monday 7 AM–7 PM
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 7 AM–7 PM
Thursday 7 AM–7 PM
Friday 7 AM–7 PM
Saturday 7 AM–7 PM
Sunday 7 AM–7 PM

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 Millrace Park

1150 W 5400 S, Taylorsville, UT 84123

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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.