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Flat & Fast Running Trails in Utah

Utah has 67 trails with flat, fast terrain in this directory, across 38 cities and towns — Sandy, Salt Lake City, Draper, Ivins and 34 more. Gentle grades for tempo efforts, goal-pace long runs and steady miles.

Labels come from each trail's own listing, its website and runners' reviews. Conditions change with the weather and the season, and gates and lights follow the park's own hours, so check a recent review before you drive out.

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Jordanelle State Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 2,569 reviews

Heber City, UT

PavedShadedScenic

Fishing, boating & water-skiing on Jordanelle Reservoir, along with hiking trails & campgrounds.

Lodestone Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 2,020 reviews

Kearns, UT

6 miPavedShadedScenic

Sports fields/courts, a big playground, zip line & picnic shelter are the draw at this popular park.

Bell Canyon Granite Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 1,169 reviews

Sandy, UT

5 miNatural surfaceShadedScenic

Family-friendly hike featuring waterfalls and valley views.

Lower Calf Creek Falls

4.9 ★★★★★ 1,059 reviews

Boulder, UT

6 miMixedShadedScenic

Misting 126-ft. waterfall featuring a natural pool at its base, reachable by a scenic hike.

Grandpa's Pond Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 921 reviews

Hurricane, UT

MixedScenicDog-friendly

Popular park featuring a duck-filled pond, picnic tables and a disc golf course.

Mount Olympus Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 739 reviews

Holladay, UT

Natural surfaceShadedScenic

Hiker's favorite, the steep trail leads to a summit with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains; also popular at sunset.

Hidden Valley Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 739 reviews

Sandy, UT

PavedScenicDog-friendly

Picturesque setup with picnic & play areas, paved walking path & access to a mountain trail system.

Draper Cycle Park "The DCP"

4.7 ★★★★★ 658 reviews

Draper, UT

Natural surface

Bike park featuring dirt jump lines for various skill levels and a pump track.

The Living Room Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 653 reviews

Salt Lake City, UT

LoopNatural surfaceShadedLit

Starting point to a route leading to an overlook with sandstone slabs set up to resemble recliners.

Lower Bell Canyon Reservoir

4.8 ★★★★★ 626 reviews

Sandy, UT

1 miLoopNatural surfaceScenic

Kid-friendly hiking area offering views of a reservoir, valleys, and abundant wildlife.

Bell Canyon Boulders Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 537 reviews

Sandy, UT

Natural surfaceScenic

Hikes to the Bell Canyon Reservoir, with views of the valley, flowers, and a waterfall, plus longer hikes to Twin Peaks.

Flat Iron Mesa Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 525 reviews

Sandy, UT

PavedScenic

Large urban space featuring a paved path, picnic tables and soccer fields, plus playgrounds and tennis courts.

Steinaker State Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 541 reviews

Vernal, UT

Natural surfaceScenic

Reservoir offering on-water recreation & a sandy beach with a swimming dock & picnic tables.

Little Mountain Summit

4.7 ★★★★★ 480 reviews

Salt Lake City, UT

ShadedScenic

Mountain spot with trail hiking and cycling options, plus parking.

New Bearclaw Poppy Navajo Trailhead (Biking)

4.8 ★★★★★ 460 reviews

St. George, UT

4.2 miLoop

Mountain biking area offering a network of smooth, single-track trails for riders of all skill levels.

Magna Regional Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 454 reviews

Magna, UT

ShadedDog-friendly

Park with a splash pad and zip lines, as well as a playground and picnic facilities.

Mueller Park Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 448 reviews

Bountiful, UT

LoopShadedScenicDog-friendly

Hiking and biking destination featuring well-established paths shaded by trees and a campground.

Cecret Lake Trail

4.8 ★★★★★ 433 reviews

Alta, UT

1 miMixedScenic

Wildflower-filled alpine lake reached via leisurely trails that wind through trees and boulders.

22nd Street Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 438 reviews

Ogden, UT

ScenicDog-friendly

Hiking area featuring trails through canyon terrain with wildlife sightings.

Bloods Lake Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 354 reviews

Park City, UT

LoopShadedScenicDog-friendly

Hiking area with alpine lakes and mountain views, a kid-friendly trail, and a pit toilet.

Adams Canyon Lower Falls - Access by Adams Canyon main trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 350 reviews

Layton, UT

1 miNatural surfaceShadedScenic

Kid-friendly hiking area featuring a waterfall and a mix of wide and narrow paths.

Bell Canyon Waterfall

4.8 ★★★★★ 336 reviews

Sandy, UT

Natural surfaceScenic

Challenging hiking trail featuring a waterfall, a reservoir and a lake.

Barker Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 347 reviews

North Ogden, UT

LitScenic

Newer park with an amphitheater for concerts and play performances, plus hilly areas for sledding in winter and an area for picnics.

Kays Creek Parkway

4.6 ★★★★★ 300 reviews

Layton, UT

PavedScenic

This 100-acre area includes 2.5 mi. of paved trail, 4 trailheads & wildlife-information placards.

Millcreek Pipeline Trail

4.8 ★★★★★ 282 reviews

Salt Lake City, UT

Natural surfaceScenicDog-friendly

Scenic trail popular with hikers and cyclists.

Ogden Nature Center North Trailhead

4.6 ★★★★★ 290 reviews

Ogden, UT

LoopShadedScenicDog-friendly

Hiking area with trail options for exploring nature and viewing mountain scenery.

Ogden Bike Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 275 reviews

Ogden, UT

Scenic

Bike & BMX park in a scenic setting offering dirt trails & jumps for various skill levels.

Island View Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 280 reviews

Centerville, UT

Shaded

Lakeshore Bridge Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 235 reviews

Provo, UT

PavedShadedLitScenic

Paved, riverfront trail that’s also popular for biking and running, with duck sightings.

Orton/Green Acres Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 238 reviews

North Ogden, UT

PavedShaded

Park featuring a playground, picnic tables, and walking track, plus soccer fields.

Deer Creek/Dry Creek/North Mountain Trail

4.8 ★★★★★ 208 reviews

Alpine, UT

ShadedScenic

Short hiking trail leading to Horsetail Falls, passing through a forest and alongside a river.

Temple Quarry Trailhead

4.6 ★★★★★ 190 reviews

St. George, UT

Natural surfaceScenicDog-friendly

Easy trail for all ages, with views of the surrounding area and the occasional bench.

Terrace Hills Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 176 reviews

Salt Lake City, UT

ScenicDog-friendly

Hiking area with many routes, including the well-maintained Avenues Twin Peaks Trail.

Moonshine Arch Trail

4.7 ★★★★★ 150 reviews

Vernal, UT

ShadedScenic

Hiking area with an arch and cave accessed via an unmarked dirt road.

Valley Vista Trails

4.7 ★★★★★ 141 reviews

Pleasant Grove, UT

LoopNatural surface

The Gailey Trail at Nicholls Park

4.8 ★★★★★ 135 reviews

Fruit Heights, UT

Natural surfaceShadedScenic

Nature-filled expanse with shaded trails for walking and hiking.

Yellow Fork Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 126 reviews

Herriman, UT

LoopShadedScenicDog-friendly

Shady spot for hiking featuring kid-friendly trails, plus horse riding and mountain biking.

Lindon View Murdock Canal Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 123 reviews

Lindon, UT

PavedShadedScenicDog-friendly

Popular paved trail for walking, biking, and jogging.

Yant Flat Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 123 reviews

Washington, UT

1 miNatural surfaceLitScenic

Hiking area featuring a straightforward trek with colorful rock formations and views.

Little Valley Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 120 reviews

Draper, UT

LoopNatural surface

Mountain-biking area offering several short loops for beginners to learn technique.

Dinosaur Trackway Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 116 reviews

Vernal, UT

Natural surfaceScenicDog-friendly

Trail featuring rocky terrain, leading to the discovery of black-painted dinosaur footprints.

Peak View Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 110 reviews

Draper, UT

Scenic

Well-maintained trailhead for hikers and mountain bikers alike, with scenic views and picnic tables.

Johnson Canyon Trailhead (Fee Area)

4.8 ★★★★★ 102 reviews

Ivins, UT

2 miMixedShadedScenic

Family-friendly trail featuring a waterfall at the end and an arch along the way.

Poplar Lane Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 100 reviews

Spanish Fork, UT

PavedShadedScenicDog-friendly

Paved walking and biking trail that's suitable for all ages and runs along a river.

Bridger Bike Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 92 reviews

Logan, UT

Fun outdoor bike park with varied routes and a jump line.

Farmington Regional Park

4.8 ★★★★★ 81 reviews

Farmington, UT

Shaded

Center Street Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 82 reviews

North Salt Lake, UT

PavedDog-friendly

Park featuring paved trails for walking and biking, plus some benches.

Scout Cave

4.7 ★★★★★ 81 reviews

St. George, UT

3.5 miNatural surfaceShadedLit

Hiking route through desert terrain featuring a cave, waterfalls and lava fields.

Berm Trail - Ivins Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 72 reviews

Ivins, UT

ScenicDog-friendly

Area suitable for hiking and biking with varying difficulty levels, plus scenic views.

Hell’s Canyon Trail

4.6 ★★★★★ 62 reviews

Ivins, UT

Natural surfaceShadedScenicDog-friendly

Sandstone and red dirt trail up to a mouth of two canyons, with waterfalls and rock formations.

Three Peaks Mountain Biking Trailhead - Three Peaks Mountain Bike Trail System

4.8 ★★★★★ 58 reviews

Cedar City, UT

Scenic

Trails, views and hills for biking (easy to mid-level) and hiking, plus camping.

Wrangler Trail Head

4.7 ★★★★★ 59 reviews

Sandy, UT

ShadedScenic

Scenic trail for running and biking, with restrooms and picnic tables.

Blacksmith Fork River Trail

4.6 ★★★★★ 60 reviews

Hyrum, UT

Scenic

River and creek-side park featuring trails for hiking and mountain biking, plus riverside campsites.

Ashdown Gorge Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 53 reviews

Cedar City, UT

Scenic

Riverside trail featuring soaring canyon walls that culminates at two waterfalls.

Centennial Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 53 reviews

South Weber, UT

19 miMixedScenicDog-friendly

Flat trail for hiking, biking and walking along the Weber River with scenic views.

Sheep Bridge Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 51 reviews

La Verkin, UT

Crushed gravelScenic

Family-friendly trailhead featuring a network of routes for biking, hiking and camping.

Bonneville Shoreline Trail

4.7 ★★★★★ 51 reviews

Layton, UT

Scenic

Popular and wildlife-rich hiking trail running from Salt Lake City to Ogden.

Cherry Ridge Bike Park

4.8 ★★★★★ 48 reviews

Springville, UT

PavedShaded

Murdock Canal Trail

4.8 ★★★★★ 39 reviews

Cedar Hills, UT

Paved

Paved and well-maintained trail for walking, running and cycling.

Spring Creek Canyon Trail

4.3 ★★★★☆ 42 reviews

Springville, UT

5 miNatural surfaceScenic

Popular 5-mile hiking path with a meadow, offering valley views and wildlife sightings.

Mapleton Walking Path

4.6 ★★★★★ 33 reviews

Mapleton, UT

PavedScenic

Flat asphalt path stretching for 5.25 miles leading between 2 canyons and known for peaceful views.

Jordan River Parkway Trail

4.1 ★★★★☆ 30 reviews

Salt Lake City, UT

Paved

Bonneville Shoreline Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 24 reviews

Springville, UT

Natural surface

Murdock Canal Trailhead

4.6 ★★★★★ 24 reviews

Lindon, UT

Paved

Lambert Mountain Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 15 reviews

Alpine, UT

Natural surfaceScenic

Spanish Fork River Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 14 reviews

Spanish Fork, UT

PavedShadedScenic

Grantsville City Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 10 reviews

Grantsville, UT

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