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Wasatch Crest Trail
4.9 ★★★★★ 35 Google reviews · Running trail in Salt Lake City, Utah · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Wasatch Crest 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.
Downhill-heavy MTB trail accessed by shuttle where bikers have to yield to hikers.
What runners say about Wasatch Crest Trail
“Beautiful views to the east and west as the trail closely follows the ridge or Crest.”
Great trail that consists of a moderate climb and a very long downhill - it almost feels like the reward of the downhill overwhelms the effort put into the uphill climb!
What an awesome trial!! Would definitely recommend biking just because I don't really like hiking after I started mountain biking but still probably a good hike. This trail is super fun and includes at least 4 pretty big climbs but you may have to walk to of then if your slower.
Stellar scenery and fun descents make this a must-do MTB trail. It's got a few hills can be rough going to get up, and one or two sections that require more skill than I currently have to get down safely on the bike (but these are easily walkable), but most of it is just fun, flowy trail riding.
These guys are awesome!!! Chris clears a large part of the trail every year so we can all enjoy it without trees in the way. Very efficient and you can count on the times for pick up and drop off. I will always use them for shuttle services.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful views to the east and west as the trail closely follows the ridge or Crest.”
“Great trail that consists of a moderate climb and a very long downhill - it almost feels like the reward of the downhill overwhelms the effort put into the uphill climb!”
“There are a few technical parts, including the rocky spine, but most people walk their bikes over this scenic crest between valleys.”
“You can only ride on even days when hikers with dogs are on leash.”
Plan your run at Wasatch Crest Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
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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