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Orson Smith Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 551 Google reviews · Running trail in Draper, Utah · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Orson Smith 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.
Family-friendly park with a short trail leading to the Bear Canyon suspension bridge.
What runners say about Orson Smith Park
“The snow added to the landscape and helped make the bridge a little extra beautiful from a distance.”
“Well groomed and fairly easy trail.”
Such a beautiful hike. Awesome views. I'm terrified of heights, but was able to do this hike with no fear! Loved it.
We love going to Orson Smith Park using the Bonneville Shoreline Trail from Hidden Valley Park. It is a beautiful 5 mile out and back trail run. (It is nice to still be out on a trail, RUNNING, without fatigue from elevation gain!
Orson Smith Park is a great spot to relax, especially for families. It has a small playground and restrooms, making it convenient for kids and parents alike. You can sit back, enjoy the view, and easily keep an eye on your children while they play.
A great place to walk/hike around with great views of the valley. If I lived closer I would definitely visit more often. We took the bridge loop trail, but there seemed to be many other options. The forks in the trails were we'll marked so we didn't get lost.
Trail conditions & character
“The snow added to the landscape and helped make the bridge a little extra beautiful from a distance.”
“It also serves as the trailhead for the Bear Canyon Suspension Bridge hike, which is a nice bonus.”
“) The bathrooms are always clean, and the drinking fountain down at Orson Smith Park gives our pup water before heading back.”
“Great walking trail, we had 3 ActionTrack chair riders and several walking up to the suspension bridge loop.”
“If you keep to the left it's a gentler climb, then come back down through the switchbacks.”
“This is also a dog friendly area and they have waste bags available at the park which is always appreciated as a dog owner!”
“) The bathrooms are always clean, and the drinking fountain down at Orson Smith Park gives our pup water before heading back.”
Plan your run at Orson Smith 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.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Phone(801) 576-6557
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–10 PM |
Running trails near Draper
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
Bear Canyon Suspension Bridge Trailhead
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Carolina Hills Trailhead
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