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Quail Creek State Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 2,424 Google reviews · Running trail in Hurricane, Utah · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Natural surface
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Quail Creek State 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.

Natural surfaceScenicRestroomsTrailhead parkingQuiet

This park has a recreational reservoir for boating, fishing, swimming, plus picnic & camping areas.

What runners say about Quail Creek State Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (2,424 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 14 mentions

“I had a wonderful experience at this campground—it’s exceptionally peaceful and well-maintained.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 13 mentions

“Once you’re out on the water though, it’s absolutely beautiful and peaceful.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 4 mentions

“I had a wonderful experience at this campground—it’s exceptionally peaceful and well-maintained.”

Incredible experience. It is so beautiful here. It’s all mountain and the lake is truly blue. We kayaked and it was so much fun. The pictures we got don’t it justice. You can spend the whole day here. It was surprisingly not busy when we went.

★★★★★ — Daniel , Aug 2025

If you’re looking to have a great time on the water this is the place to go. You have everything you could want to do within the state park here.Looking to relax on the beach and hangout with friends, this is a great place to go.

★★★★★ — J , May 2024

I didn't actually go into the park. I went to a stream where I actually waited in the water for a little bit. It was good for what it was.It was a rock scramble. Yeah, you need to bring your own shade If you're gonna hang out here.

★★★★☆ — George , Jun 2026

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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 18 mentions

“Once you’re out on the water though, it’s absolutely beautiful and peaceful.”

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🚻 Restrooms 7 mentions

“The campground is ideally situated near a range of water activities and offers clean, modern facilities, including updated shower rooms and restrooms.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 3 mentions

“I had a wonderful experience at this campground—it’s exceptionally peaceful and well-maintained.”

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🌲 Natural surface / singletrack 2 mentions

“Just a heads-up—the beach is rocky, and when you step into the water it’s pretty mucky (my water shoes even got sucked off when I went in!”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking

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Plan your run at Quail Creek State Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
  • 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 — reported by runners
  • Websitestateparks.utah.gov
  • Phone+1 435-879-2378
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday 6 am–9 pm
Tuesday 6 am–9 pm
Wednesday 6 am–9 pm
Thursday 6 am–9 pm
Friday 6 am–9 pm
Saturday 6 am–9 pm
Sunday 6 am–9 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 Quail Creek State Park

472 5300 W, Hurricane, UT 84737

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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.