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Provo Canyon
4.8 ★★★★★ 362 Google reviews · Running trail in Provo, Utah · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Provo Canyon'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 canyon with a waterfall & historic railroad, plus a ski resort famed for its film festival.
What runners say about Provo Canyon
“Gorgeous canyon which leads to a gorgeous mountain landscape once you hit Deercreek reservoir and beyond.”
We like to walk the trail to Bridal Veil Falls! It’s a short walk, and the waterfall is beautiful! However, the Provo canyon is soooo busy, and it can be difficult to pull off into the parking lot and find a spot. It’s even more difficult to safely get out of the parking lot and onto the main road when you leave!
One of my all time favorite canyons. Provo Canyon has over 12 different parks that offer unique experiences, from the provo river, to well kept trails and beauty that’s incredible. There’s always a photo opportunity, so don’t forget the camera!
Super fun area. It's a great start to the Alpine Loop if you're looking for something fun to do. It has the best views and is honestly just pretty. There's a lot of walking on biking paths, and even a waterfall.
Very nice spot, the falls is where most people will go to and take photos. You can climb up higher to take photos but do so at your own risk. Nuns trail is also a nice walk to see nature. It was a mostly quiet walk but it might be different when it's warmer
Trail conditions & character
“Gorgeous canyon which leads to a gorgeous mountain landscape once you hit Deercreek reservoir and beyond.”
Plan your run at Provo Canyon
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.
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–11 pm |
Running trails near Provo
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
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Indian Road Trailhead
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