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Temple Quarry Nature Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 70 Google reviews · Running trail in Sandy, Utah · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Temple Quarry Nature Trail'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.
Ecological park featuring a family-friendly hiking trail with scenic canyon views.
What runners say about Temple Quarry Nature Trail
“The beautiful granite boulders and shear cliffs, which sometimes host mountain goats are a great backdrop to a day of trails, photos, or plain air painting!”
“Nice, easy hike for viewing fall leaves (currently past peak though).”
The perfect spot to bring small kiddos. Stroller friendly and lots of climbing opportunities. Gorgeous in the fall! Short loop.
Fantastic hike. Beautiful views. Hike is mostly covered. Family friendly hike as it is not terribly difficult. Great for mountain biking. This is a beautiful little gem that I did not know existed after living here since 2003. I am glad I found it. I highly recommend.
Interesting place to visit, needs more parking (it was full when I got there), lots of people taking family pics, but it was beautiful. Wish the picture boards were more readable. There is a dirt trail you can walk up ti a waterfall, I believe. I disnt walj ut because it was getring dark. Will go again
Good introduction to the distinct alpine environment of Little Cottonwood. Shaded, not too steep, easy turnaround at any point. The trail is multi-use and quite popular among hikers, bikers, and trail runners, bring your trail etiquette and share the path!
Trail conditions & character
“The beautiful granite boulders and shear cliffs, which sometimes host mountain goats are a great backdrop to a day of trails, photos, or plain air painting!”
“Super easy, paved, and lots of information about getting the stones for the salt lake city lds temple.”
“Interesting place to visit, needs more parking (it was full when I got there), lots of people taking family pics, but it was beautiful.”
“Difficult uphill- good exercise and encourages technical practice.”
“Stroller friendly and lots of climbing opportunities.”
Plan your run at Temple Quarry Nature Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- 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 — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
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 |
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