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Red Rock Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 161 Google reviews · Running trail in Draper, Utah · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Crushed gravel
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Red Rock Trailhead'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.
Easily accessible outdoor rock-climbing spot featuring a selection of beginner and expert options.
What runners say about Red Rock Trailhead
“I love this set of trails; you can go for miles and miles if you want, or just a short distance for great views without worrying about the hike back!”
“Has good climbing for a wide range of skill levels, including lots of beginner-friendly climbs.”
We started at the red rock/red potato parking lot and went up to the top of potato hill. Amazing hike. Not overly strenuous until the last 200 feet up the hill. Super steep! The bottom 500 feet is in thick scrub oak, totally shaded. But the remaining 9/10 of the trail is open and sunny.
Great little hike. Partially shaded, variety of wild flowers, and view of the valley.
Red Rock trailhead is on East Mike Weir Drive. It's just a gravel lot. If you're looking for paved parking and toilets you can go to one of the upper lots... It's nice to start here because you have a fun intermediate climb up to some cross country style trail that will take you over to some other trails.
This trail was a perfect place to walk our dog this morning, with the cool temperatures and nice views. The parking lot is small but there were only a few cars parked there. There isn't a bathroom at this trailhead but there is a bathroom at another trailhead that this trail walks right by/connects to.
Trail conditions & character
“I love this set of trails; you can go for miles and miles if you want, or just a short distance for great views without worrying about the hike back!”
“It's nice to start here because you have a fun intermediate climb up to some cross country style trail that will take you over to some other trails.”
“At Little Valley Trailhead, there are several training trails that are clearly marked with experience level and type of course.”
“There isn't a bathroom at this trailhead but there is a bathroom at another trailhead that this trail walks right by/connects to.”
“Most of the trail was dirt with some rocks, which then turns to gravel for a section near the top.”
“This is probably the most easily accessible outdoor rock climbing you can find in the Salt Lake valley.”
Plan your run at Red Rock Trailhead
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfaceCrushed gravel — the rail-trail classic: softer than asphalt, still smooth enough for tempo work
- 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
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Phone(801) 576-6571
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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