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Wow Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 49 Google reviews · Running trail in Park City, Utah · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Wow 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.
Kid-friendly park known for its fall colors.
What runners say about Wow Trail
“Amazing drive on pine canyon road to Park City it was such a great drive the aspen trees were incredible I’ve never seen such tall aspen trees they’re gorgeous”
There's a $7 fee to park here since it's part of Wasatch State Park. There are envelopes and a drop box by the bulletin board. There are two paths out of this lot. The north one is the one for WOW trail.
Nice easy trail & dog friendly. Would like to see this trail have better signage to direct the way. Also, bug repellent is a good idea. Wasn't very busy either which made it more enjoyable.
We bike and hike here all the time. Nice people and no crowds. Shady for a hike. Lots of wildlife to see.
WOW, Wasatch Over Wasatch Trail is an absolutely beautiful trail and one of my favorite rides in Park City. Riding through the aspen groves is unforgettable, especially when the leaves are twinkling above you and the light filters through the trees. It feels peaceful, scenic, and truly special the entire way.
Trail conditions & character
“Amazing drive on pine canyon road to Park City it was such a great drive the aspen trees were incredible I’ve never seen such tall aspen trees they’re gorgeous”
“There isn't much elevation gain to the trail.”
“Parking was difficult, partly because it was Sunday and the fall leaves were spectacular!”
“Lots of technical rock gardens, but I overall very flowy.”
Plan your run at Wow Trail
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 — reported by runners
Hours
| Monday | 3:25 AM–11:25 PM |
| Tuesday | 3:25 AM–11:25 PM |
| Wednesday | 3:25 AM–11:25 PM |
| Thursday | 3:25 AM–11:25 PM |
| Friday | 3:25 AM–11:25 PM |
| Saturday | 3:25 AM–11:25 PM |
| Sunday | 3:25 AM–11:25 PM |
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