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Scenic Running Trails in Utah

Utah has 387 trails with scenic views in this directory, across 76 cities and towns — Salt Lake City, Ogden, Provo, Sandy and 72 more. Waterfronts, overlooks and river loops: the trails that get you out of the door.

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.

The 250 most-reviewed in Utah

Ranked by local reputation — rating weighted by review count. Use the filters to narrow them, or open a city below for the full local list.

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Murray Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 6,874 reviews

Murray, UT

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

Large, public open space with pavilions, playing fields, a gazebo, an amphitheater & a restaurant.

Sand Hollow State Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 6,915 reviews

Hurricane, UT

ScenicDog-friendly

Red sandstone park offering boating in a reservoir & off-highway vehicle riding on Sand Mountain.

Sugar House Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 6,596 reviews

Salt Lake City, UT

LoopPavedShadedScenic

This sprawling green space with a pond lures locals for long walks, bike rides, basketball & soccer.

Snow Canyon State Park

4.8 ★★★★★ 4,942 reviews

Ivins, UT

MixedScenic

Scenic locale offering trails for hiking, climbing & horseback riding amid dunes & sandstone cliffs.

Pioneer Park

4.8 ★★★★★ 3,878 reviews

St. George, UT

Scenic

Rocky 52-acre park featuring Dixie Rock, views of the city, hiking, BBQs & a covered pavilion.

Memory Grove

4.8 ★★★★★ 3,368 reviews

Salt Lake City, UT

ScenicDog-friendly

Serene space with monuments, fountains, creekside paths, an off-leash area & picnic tables.

Layton Commons Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 3,264 reviews

Layton, UT

ShadedLitScenic

47-acre park with a duck pond, 2 baseball fields & playgrounds, plus many picnic shelters & BBQs.

Ensign Peak Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 3,084 reviews

Salt Lake City, UT

2 miLoopMixedShaded

Easy to manage trail featuring a monument to early settlers that features panoramic views of the city and the Salt Lake Valley.

Red Cliffs National Conservation Area

4.7 ★★★★★ 2,565 reviews

St. George, UT

ShadedScenic

Divided into upland & lowland sections, this protected area is famous for its red-rock cliffs.

Jordanelle State Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 2,569 reviews

Heber City, UT

PavedShadedScenic

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

Draper City Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 2,436 reviews

Draper, UT

ShadedLitScenicDog-friendly

Park with athletic fields, bike trail access & a playground, plus a picnic pavilion & open space.

Quail Creek State Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 2,424 reviews

Hurricane, UT

Natural surfaceScenic

This park has a recreational reservoir for boating, fishing, swimming, plus picnic & camping areas.

Jordan Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 2,367 reviews

Salt Lake City, UT

Scenic

33.5-acre city park hosts the International Peace Gardens, plus sports fields, a playground & more.

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.

Riverton City Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 1,995 reviews

Riverton, UT

ScenicDog-friendly

Popular recreation area with playgrounds, picnic spots and splash pads, plus skate ramps.

Nielsen's Grove Park

4.8 ★★★★★ 1,932 reviews

Orem, UT

PavedShadedScenicDog-friendly

This scenic park full of plants & flowers has a reflecting pool, pond, greenhouse & picnic areas.

Wardle Fields Regional Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 1,892 reviews

Bluffdale, UT

PavedShadedScenicDog-friendly

Splash-pad park with a playground, plus picnic tables, basketball hoops, zip lines, slides, a baseball field and a fountain.

Utah Lake State Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ 2,064 reviews

Provo, UT

PavedShadedScenicDog-friendly

Reserve encompassing Utah's largest freshwater lake, with fishing, boating & camping access.

Fairmont Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ 1,916 reviews

Salt Lake City, UT

MixedScenicDog-friendly

Natural space with sports fields, a pool, skate park & playground, plus picnic facilities.

Tanner Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 1,775 reviews

Salt Lake City, UT

PavedShadedScenicDog-friendly

Amenities at this park include a little league field, tennis court, paved walkway & playground.

Wasatch Mountain State Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 1,713 reviews

Midway, UT

ScenicDog-friendly

Scenic preserve offering 2 golf courses, trails for horseback riding, plus winter sports & camping.

Highland Glen Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 1,698 reviews

Highland, UT

PavedScenicDog-friendly

Un-lifeguarded pond-swimming & picnic facilities are available at this family-friendly public park.

Bear Canyon Suspension Bridge Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 1,478 reviews

Draper, UT

2 miLoopScenicDog-friendly

Scenic valley hiking area featuring a sturdy, kid-friendly suspension bridge with canyon views, plus level trails and waterfalls.

Jensen Nature Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 1,399 reviews

Syracuse, UT

Scenic

Small spot featuring a walking path around a fishing pond, with scenic mountain views & a bridge.

Mount Timpanogos Park

4.8 ★★★★★ 1,290 reviews

Orem, UT

ScenicDog-friendly

This public green space features walking paths & a range of structures available for events.

Rock Canyon Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 1,288 reviews

Provo, UT

PavedScenic

Sprawling green space with a trail & playgrounds, plus a volleyball court, horseshoes & disc golf.

29th Street Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 1,260 reviews

Ogden, UT

Natural surfaceScenicDog-friendly

Part of the Ogden trails network, this is the start of a short, strenuous hike to a waterfall.

Blackridge Reservoir

4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,342 reviews

Herriman, UT

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

Lake offering a sandy beach for swimming and sunbathing, a playground and covered pavilions, plus boat rentals and trails.

Battle Creek Falls Trail Head

4.7 ★★★★★ 1,216 reviews

Pleasant Grove, UT

LoopShadedScenic

Fairly easy, forested canyon trail to multiple waterfalls and a small lake.

Adams Canyon Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 1,211 reviews

Layton, UT

Natural surfaceShadedScenicDog-friendly

Challenging outing on a sandy-and-rocky trail to a waterfall and other cascades.

Bell Canyon Granite Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 1,169 reviews

Sandy, UT

5 miNatural surfaceShadedScenic

Family-friendly hike featuring waterfalls and valley views.

Fitts Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 1,213 reviews

South Salt Lake, UT

ScenicDog-friendly

Kid-friendly park with picnic tables and playgrounds, plus streams, a ninja-warrior fitness course, and a zip line.

Creekside Park

4.8 ★★★★★ 1,105 reviews

Bountiful, UT

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

Tranquil outdoor area featuring slides, swings, trails and a water park.

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.

Merlin Olsen Central Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 1,050 reviews

Logan, UT

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

Green space with sport courts, picnic spots & a playground, plus ice skating in the winter.

Steed Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 1,037 reviews

Clearfield, UT

PavedLitScenic

Big green space around a pond, featuring playgrounds, baseball fields, tennis and volleyball courts.

Big Cottonwood Regional Park - Big Cottonwood Area

4.5 ★★★★★ 1,003 reviews

Millcreek, UT

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

Public 89-acre park featuring a nature area & pond, a jogging trail, a playground & picnic tables.

Beus Pond Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 962 reviews

Ogden, UT

LoopPavedShadedScenic

A walking path circles a duck pond in this serene park with picnic tables & shady areas.

Ogden River Parkway Trail

4.8 ★★★★★ 917 reviews

Ogden, UT

PavedShadedScenicDog-friendly

Relaxed trail for hiking, biking, jogging and walking that follows the river, sometimes shaded.

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.

Dry Creek Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 906 reviews

Lehi, UT

PavedShadedScenic

Shady park featuring a tree-lined stream, a disc-golf course and playgrounds for kids.

Rees Pioneer Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 929 reviews

Brigham City, UT

ShadedScenic

Big Cottonwood Regional Park - Creekside Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 884 reviews

Holladay, UT

ScenicDog-friendly

Relaxed park with a playground for kids, plus 18 or 20-21-hole disc golf courses.

Dimple Dell Regional Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 818 reviews

Sandy, UT

15 miMixedScenicDog-friendly

Expansive park offering hiking, biking & horseback riding along with ponds, streams & picnic areas.

Ensign Peak

4.8 ★★★★★ 794 reviews

Salt Lake City, UT

Scenic

City park featuring a short, steep trail to an expansive scenic overlook with a historic monument.

Y Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 802 reviews

Provo, UT

1 miShadedScenic

Y-shaped landmark on a mountain reached at the end of a steep trail of an hour or so.

Neffs Canyon

4.7 ★★★★★ 792 reviews

Salt Lake City, UT

LoopShadedScenicDog-friendly

Pet-friendly trail system with snowshoeing for dogs and families.

Rocky Mouth Trail Head

4.7 ★★★★★ 784 reviews

Sandy, UT

Natural surfaceShadedScenic

Beginning point for a popular, mile-long nature walk to a steep cascade & pool of water.

Millrace Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ 839 reviews

Taylorsville, UT

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

Amenities at this grassy space include an off-leash dog area (permit required) & bass-fishing pond.

Canyon Glen Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 758 reviews

Provo, UT

LoopPavedScenic

Laid-back park and picnic area featuring paved hiking trails, a playground and a stream.

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.

Orem Community Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 712 reviews

Orem, UT

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

Shaded park featuring tennis courts and baseball fields as well as playgrounds.

Lone Peak Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 724 reviews

Sandy, UT

LitScenic

City park with mountain views offering ball fields, playgrounds, a running path & skateboarding.

Donut Falls

4.8 ★★★★★ 674 reviews

Salt Lake City, UT

1 miScenic

Easy trail featuring a waterfall that flows through a doughnut-shaped hole in a rock and down into a cave.

Canyon Park, East Side

4.7 ★★★★★ 668 reviews

Cedar City, UT

PavedShadedScenic

Green space on Coal Creek with a picnic pavilion, playground, shade trees & BBQ grills.

Crestwood Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 666 reviews

Cottonwood Heights, UT

1.3 miLoopMixedShaded

Acreage, with a playground, tennis courts and an outdoor pool, that's known for its foxes.

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.

Hyrum State Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ 686 reviews

Hyrum, UT

Natural surfaceScenicDog-friendly

Fishing, camping, and picnicking are available at this public space featuring a reservoir.

Tunnel Springs Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 642 reviews

North Salt Lake, UT

ScenicDog-friendly

Kid-friendly venue amid rolling hills featuring playground equipment and tennis courts.

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.

Canyon Rim Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 635 reviews

Millcreek, UT

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

Neighborhood recreation area with picnic pavilions, athletic courts & walking trails.

Manila Creek Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ 636 reviews

Pleasant Grove, UT

ShadedScenic

Waterfront park with a pond for paddle boarding and kayaking, plus swimming and fishing.

Rock Canyon

4.8 ★★★★★ 566 reviews

Provo, UT

MixedShadedLitScenic

Hiking and climbing spot that runs through a canyon with a waterfall.

Big Springs Park

4.8 ★★★★★ 556 reviews

Provo, UT

3.8 miLoopPavedScenic

Long, narrow park featuring grassy areas for picnics and games, a river and many hiking and biking trails.

Orson Smith Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 551 reviews

Draper, UT

LoopScenicDog-friendly

Family-friendly park with a short trail leading to the Bear Canyon suspension bridge.

James Mack Memorial Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 549 reviews

Smithfield, UT

ShadedScenic

Park with a creek, volleyball court, picnic tables and pavilions, and playgrounds, plus a nature walk.

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.

Winchester Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 559 reviews

Murray, UT

PavedScenic

Park featuring a playground and grassy area.

Wild Rose Trailhead Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 527 reviews

North Salt Lake, UT

2 miLoopNatural surfaceShaded

Kids' playground, picnic tables, hiking trails, bike trails, plus a pavilion on a slope.

Farmington Bay Waterfowl Management Area

4.7 ★★★★★ 526 reviews

Farmington, UT

MixedScenic

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.

Jenny's Canyon Trail

4.8 ★★★★★ 514 reviews

Dammeron Valley, UT

ShadedLitScenic

Family-friendly destination featuring an easy trail to a small slot canyon.

Canyon View Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 535 reviews

Spanish Fork, UT

LitScenicDog-friendly

Relaxed park with a pond for fishing plus picnic areas and playgrounds.

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.

Lower City Creek Nature Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 514 reviews

Salt Lake City, UT

2 miPavedScenicDog-friendly

Relaxed, paved riverside trails and a road up a canyon featuring picnic areas.

Olympic Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 532 reviews

Lehi, UT

Scenic

Park featuring soccer fields and a pavilion, as well as a playground and restrooms.

Ferguson Canyon Trail Head

4.6 ★★★★★ 508 reviews

Cottonwood Heights, UT

MixedShadedScenicDog-friendly

Hiking trail with views, waterfalls, rock climbing areas, and wildflowers.

Creekside Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 491 reviews

Alpine, UT

PavedShadedScenic

Family-friendly park for picnics and sports, with grassy fields for games, plus 5 playgrounds.

Nisson Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 511 reviews

Washington, UT

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

Laid-back park featuring a playground and basketball courts, plus picnic tables.

Vivian Park Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 488 reviews

Provo, UT

PavedShadedScenic

Family-friendly park featuring a playground, picnic areas, and kid-friendly hikes, plus access to a biking/walking trail.

Chuckwalla Trail Head

4.7 ★★★★★ 486 reviews

St. George, UT

LoopNatural surfaceScenicDog-friendly

Red rocks & desert wildlife at a popular connector trail in the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve.

Little Mountain Summit

4.7 ★★★★★ 480 reviews

Salt Lake City, UT

ShadedScenic

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

Waterfall Canyon

4.8 ★★★★★ 467 reviews

Ogden, UT

Natural surfaceShadedScenicDog-friendly

Hiking trail with a waterfall, featuring frozen falls, exposed sections and views.

Centerville Community Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 485 reviews

Centerville, UT

ShadedScenic

Fantasy Canyon

4.7 ★★★★★ 451 reviews

Vernal, UT

Natural surfaceShadedScenic

Canyon with dramatic, craggy rock formations featuring pinnacles & small arches, popular for hiking.

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.

Silver Lake

4.8 ★★★★★ 435 reviews

Brighton, UT

LoopBoardwalkLitScenic

River Hollow Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 453 reviews

Logan, UT

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

Quiet family-friendly park with a playground, volleyball court and swing set.

Dry Canyon Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 443 reviews

Lindon, UT

Scenic

Steep hiking locale with a meadow, cliffs and lookout points, plus mountain-biking options.

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.

Mapleton City Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 441 reviews

Mapleton, UT

ShadedScenic

Quiet, well-maintained greenspace for picnics, sports and playgrounds.

22nd Street Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 438 reviews

Ogden, UT

ScenicDog-friendly

Hiking area featuring trails through canyon terrain with wildlife sightings.

North Canyon Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 437 reviews

Bountiful, UT

ScenicDog-friendly

Large recreation area featuring a playground, scenic views and trails.

Canyon Entrance Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 442 reviews

Logan, UT

ScenicDog-friendly

Narrow grassy park by the water for picnics & walking, plus canoeing, kayaking & paddleboarding.

Inlet Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ 464 reviews

Saratoga Springs, UT

Natural surfaceScenic

Park with hot springs and trails, plus fishing in the Jordan River.

Grove Creek Canyon Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 409 reviews

Pleasant Grove, UT

3 miLoopScenicDog-friendly

Mountain hike to a waterfall at the mouth of Grove Creek Canyon.

Millcreek Canyon

4.7 ★★★★★ 415 reviews

Salt Lake City, UT

ScenicDog-friendly

Scenic canyon offering trails for hiking, running & biking, plus picnic areas & a mountain yurt.

Skyline Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 423 reviews

Tooele, UT

ScenicDog-friendly

Park with a playground, a dinosaur statue, picnic tables, and a walking trail.

Coyote Hollow Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 410 reviews

Draper, UT

Scenic

Shaded biking and hiking paths featuring waterfalls and sweeping vistas.

City Creek Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 416 reviews

Salt Lake City, UT

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

Scenic, tree-lined park along City Creek featuring an arched bridge & walking paths.

Bluffdale City Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 411 reviews

Bluffdale, UT

Scenic

City park featuring a playground, basketball court, splash pad, picnic tables, and a pavilion.

Utah Lake Shore Trail

4.6 ★★★★★ 400 reviews

Vineyard, UT

PavedScenic

Lakefront park with a paved trail for walking and running as well as a swing.

Yellow Fork Canyon

4.6 ★★★★★ 394 reviews

Herriman, UT

LoopScenicDog-friendly

Area with a network of trails for hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and snowshoeing.

Legacy Nature Preserve

4.3 ★★★★☆ 414 reviews

West Bountiful, UT

Scenic

Wildlife refuge on the south shore of the Great Salt Lake protecting 2,225 acres of bird habitat.

South Ogden Nature Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 386 reviews

South Ogden, UT

LoopPavedShadedScenic

Walking paths & splash pad attract visitors to this grassy area with a playground & picnic shelter.

Granite Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 377 reviews

Sandy, UT

MixedScenicDog-friendly

Quiet neighborhood park with a kids' playground and mountain trails.

Fernwood Recreation Site

4.7 ★★★★★ 376 reviews

Layton, UT

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

Trails lead up the hills to a picnic site overlooking the city at this public recreation area.

Provo Canyon

4.8 ★★★★★ 362 reviews

Provo, UT

Scenic

Scenic canyon with a waterfall & historic railroad, plus a ski resort famed for its film festival.

Cottonwood Cove Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 369 reviews

St. George, UT

PavedShadedScenic

Kid-friendly amusement park with swings, slides and picnic tables.

Slate Canyon Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 367 reviews

Provo, UT

PavedScenic

Valley view, green canyon and foothill spot featuring a trail network for hiking and mountain biking, plus picnic areas.

City Creek Canyon Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 366 reviews

Salt Lake City, UT

2.8 miMixedScenicDog-friendly

Popular hiking & jogging trail offers sweeping views of downtown Salt Lake City.

Crosby Family Confluence Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 365 reviews

St. George, UT

LoopPavedScenic

Grassy green space offering paved trails for walking and biking, plus picnic tables and pavilions.

Olympus Hills

4.6 ★★★★★ 367 reviews

Salt Lake City, UT

MixedScenicDog-friendly

Playground, tennis courts and picnic tables dot this park with walking paths.

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.

The Cove at Herriman Springs

4.6 ★★★★★ 357 reviews

Herriman, UT

Scenic

Family-friendly park with picnic tables and a grill, as well as a playground, a pond, and trails.

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.

Jordan River Rotary Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 346 reviews

Draper, UT

PavedShadedScenicDog-friendly

Northlake Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ 360 reviews

Lehi, UT

MixedScenicDog-friendly

Big community park offering soccer fields close to the lake, as well as trails.

Potato Hill Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 333 reviews

Draper, UT

Scenic

Hilly destination for mountain biking and hiking, as well as an outpost for fireworks viewing.

Falcon Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 338 reviews

Sandy, UT

LoopPavedScenicDog-friendly

Soccer & baseball fields, a half-mile walking trail & picnic & play areas on 17 landscaped acres.

Knudsen Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 327 reviews

Holladay, UT

ScenicDog-friendly

Park featuring a playground with climbing structures and slides, plus picnic spots and a splash pad.

Ogden 27th Street Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 321 reviews

Ogden, UT

ShadedScenic

Popular outdoor area with hiking trails, plus bouldering and a spring.

Spring Creek Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 326 reviews

Springville, UT

PavedShadedScenic

Kids' playground and trail-lined park equipped with a basketball court, grassy area, swings and covered picnic area.

Red Reef Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 303 reviews

Hurricane, UT

Scenic

Popular hiking area with picnic tables and a public restroom, featuring scenic views and a waterfall.

Eagle Ridge Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 297 reviews

Draper, UT

Scenic

Popular hiking destination featuring long, scenic trails with mountain views. A hot spot for bikers during the summer.

Arrowhead Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 316 reviews

Murray, UT

MixedScenicDog-friendly

Riverside green space with trails for walking and biking, and picnic tables.

Memorial Hill

4.9 ★★★★★ 288 reviews

Midway, UT

Crushed gravelScenic

Hill landmark featuring a memorial to US veterans, along with flags.

Porter Way Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 312 reviews

Tooele, UT

LitScenic

Kid-friendly park featuring a disc-golf course, tennis courts and a playground.

Grandeur Peak (Face) Trailhead

4.6 ★★★★★ 303 reviews

Salt Lake City, UT

Natural surfaceScenicDog-friendly

Strenuous hike up a valley overlook, featuring mountain views and steep inclines.

Lundstrom Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 301 reviews

Logan, UT

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

Open green space with a soccer field, children's play area, shelter & picnic tables.

Wind Cave Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 294 reviews

Logan, UT

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

Starting spot for a popular 1.8-mi. hike up to a dramatic viewpoint with arched rock formations.

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.

Rendezvous Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 301 reviews

Logan, UT

Natural surfaceShadedScenicDog-friendly

Park with a public restroom and a walking path that's popular with dog owners.

Millcreek Pipeline Trail

4.8 ★★★★★ 282 reviews

Salt Lake City, UT

Natural surfaceScenicDog-friendly

Scenic trail popular with hikers and cyclists.

Lake Mary Trail

4.8 ★★★★★ 282 reviews

Brighton, UT

Scenic

Hiking area offering trails with lake views and wildflowers at varying elevations.

Three Peaks Recreation Area

4.6 ★★★★★ 293 reviews

Cedar City, UT

LitScenic

Park featuring biking trails, rock crawling, a model-plane field, picnicking, pavilions & more.

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.

Wasatch Hollow Preserve

4.6 ★★★★★ 288 reviews

Salt Lake City, UT

LoopBoardwalkScenicDog-friendly

Grassy park with swings, slides, picnic tables and trails leading to a creek.

Freedom Hills Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 288 reviews

Centerville, UT

PavedScenic

Ponds Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ 299 reviews

Kaysville, UT

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

Burgess Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 284 reviews

Alpine, UT

PavedShadedScenic

Open-air venue with baseball courts, tennis courts, and a basketball court.

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.

Adams Canyon Waterfall

4.9 ★★★★★ 263 reviews

Layton, UT

5 miNatural surfaceShadedScenic

Waterfall hike, known for its canyon vistas, and also popular for dog walking.

Little Cottonwood Creek Trail

4.8 ★★★★★ 268 reviews

Sandy, UT

4 miShadedScenic

Easy-going riverfront trail for hiking and mountain biking, also used for family outings.

Kennecott Nature Center of Murray

4.7 ★★★★★ 272 reviews

Murray, UT

ScenicDog-friendly

Educational nature center offering trails and picnic tables, plus classes and amphitheater-style seating.

Snow Canyon State Park Petrified Sand Dunes

4.9 ★★★★★ 256 reviews

Dammeron Valley, UT

PavedScenic

Kid-friendly park featuring red rock formations and petrified dunes, plus scenic walking trails.

Highland Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 256 reviews

Washington, UT

17 miLoopPavedScenic

Well-maintained, kid-friendly park featuring picnic shelters and play equipment for various age groups.

Brooks Nature Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 258 reviews

St. George, UT

LoopCrushed gravelScenicDog-friendly

Small park featuring a pond with wildlife and a trail, plus picnic areas.

Denzil Stewart Nature Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 249 reviews

Logan, UT

PavedLitScenicDog-friendly

Adjoining the Logan River, this compact city park features information boards on the Shoshone tribe.

Southview Trailhead - Iron Hills Trail System (mountain biking)

4.7 ★★★★★ 248 reviews

Cedar City, UT

15 miMixedScenic

Trails, with options for biking and walking as well as a downhill climb, and rock gardens.

Alpine Scenic Loop In American Fork Canyon

4.9 ★★★★★ 237 reviews

Provo, UT

LoopScenicDog-friendly

Scenic overlook offering fall foliage views, wildlife sightings, and a drive through a national forest.

Decker Lake Park

4 ★★★★☆ 281 reviews

West Valley City, UT

MixedScenicDog-friendly

Flat park and trail destination known for bird-watching, wildlife and boat races.

Canyon View Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 239 reviews

Orem, UT

ShadedScenic

Park on the Provo River with trails for walking and biking, fire pits, picnic tables, and a playground.

Lakeshore Bridge Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 235 reviews

Provo, UT

PavedShadedLitScenic

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

Oaklawn Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 237 reviews

North Ogden, UT

ShadedScenic

Park featuring a stream, a playground and baseball fields.

Pheasant Brook Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 241 reviews

Lindon, UT

ShadedLitScenic

Willow Heights

4.7 ★★★★★ 230 reviews

Brighton, UT

LoopScenicDog-friendly

Trail leading to a lake (and a meadow) where hikers can spot moose.

Riverdale Weber River Parkway Trail

4.7 ★★★★★ 229 reviews

Riverdale, UT

PavedScenicDog-friendly

Biking, jogging, swimming and kayaking park also featuring river access.

Slick Rock Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 233 reviews

St. George, UT

LoopPavedShadedScenic

Park featuring a 9-foot-tall rock-climbing wall and loop path.

Buffalo Peak

4.8 ★★★★★ 213 reviews

Provo, UT

MixedScenicDog-friendly

Fairly easy hike to a mountaintop vista via dirt and gravel paths.

Hunter Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 224 reviews

American Fork, UT

Scenic

Park, featuring slides, swings and a grassy area with picnic tables and a playground.

Woodland Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 218 reviews

Farmington, UT

MixedShadedLitScenic

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.

Timpanogos Cove Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 212 reviews

Cedar Hills, UT

Scenic

Quiet, hilly park featuring a playground and swings for kids, plus views of the valley and mountains.

Green Spring Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 213 reviews

Washington, UT

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

Informal, family-friendly park featuring playgrounds and splash pads.

Henry Barker Jr. Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 209 reviews

Pleasant View, UT

Scenic

Monarch Meadows Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ 218 reviews

Riverton, UT

PavedLitScenicDog-friendly

City park with a playground, soccer fields, pavilion, trails, and a restroom.

Red Hollow Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 199 reviews

Cedar City, UT

LoopScenicDog-friendly

Popular recreation area featuring red rock formations and hiking and bike trails for all skill levels.

Mitchell Hollow Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 211 reviews

Highland, UT

ShadedScenic

Park offering trails, soccer, and baseball fields, as well as a playground, and picnic areas.

Big Cottonwood Canyon Trail

4.7 ★★★★★ 202 reviews

Cottonwood Heights, UT

PavedScenicDog-friendly

Neighborhood park offering a paved creekside trail with benches.

Ann J. Gardner Canyon Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 198 reviews

Cedar City, UT

ShadedScenic

Green space with a playground, picnic tables, volleyball court, and trails, plus a babbling brook.

Rock Canyon

4.8 ★★★★★ 191 reviews

Provo, UT

MixedScenic

Kid-friendly hiking area known for rock climbing and mountain-like scenery.

Vintage Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 199 reviews

Bluffdale, UT

ShadedScenic

Grassy area featuring tennis and pickleball courts as well as a playground and a splash pad.

Wheadon Farm Regional Park

4.8 ★★★★★ 189 reviews

Draper, UT

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

Eagle Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 196 reviews

Saratoga Springs, UT

PavedShadedScenic

Clean, small park showcasing lake views as well as wildlife, a playground and picnic tables.

Horsetail Falls

4.8 ★★★★★ 186 reviews

Alpine, UT

2 miNatural surfaceShadedScenic

Challenging hike to a waterfall on a creek (Horsetail Falls) or river amid rockier terrain.

Rock Canyon Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 185 reviews

Provo, UT

LoopMixedScenic

Popular hiking area with routes that range from easy paved paths to challenging climbs.

McGriff Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 197 reviews

North Ogden, UT

PavedShadedScenic

Park with a soccer field, a playground, and a pirate ship playset, plus a track and picnic tables.

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.

Dixie Springs Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 184 reviews

Hurricane, UT

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

Neighborhood park featuring a splash pad dog area and a playground.

Gloria Falls Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 175 reviews

Sandy, UT

Natural surfaceShadedScenic

Popular trek through the woods to rocky, pretty waterfalls and views.

Springs Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 181 reviews

St. George, UT

Natural surfaceLitScenic

Quaint park featuring a duck pond with geese and swans.

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.

Glenn Weaver Memorial Park

4.2 ★★★★☆ 194 reviews

West Valley City, UT

MixedScenic

Kid-friendly playground featuring swings, a slide and picnic tables.

Lagoon Trail

4.7 ★★★★★ 170 reviews

Farmington, UT

PavedShadedScenicDog-friendly

Butterfield Peaks Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 159 reviews

Tooele, UT

Scenic

Mountain hiking and biking area with a variety of trails, plus scenic views.

Elephant Rock

4.7 ★★★★★ 159 reviews

Bountiful, UT

Natural surfaceShadedScenicDog-friendly

Popular hiking trail with scenic views that's suitable for biking and dogs.

Heritage Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 165 reviews

Farmington, UT

PavedLitScenicDog-friendly

Red Rock Trailhead

4.6 ★★★★★ 161 reviews

Draper, UT

Crushed gravelScenic

Easily accessible outdoor rock-climbing spot featuring a selection of beginner and expert options.

Holbrook Trailhead

4.6 ★★★★★ 161 reviews

Bountiful, UT

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

Hiking spot featuring scenic canyon views, bridges, and a creek.

Parker Drive Trailhead

4.6 ★★★★★ 159 reviews

Riverdale, UT

PavedScenic

Paved river-front trail, well-suited to strolling and biking excursions.

Dino Cliffs Trailhead

4.4 ★★★★☆ 164 reviews

Washington, UT

5 miScenic

Area featuring hiking trails with preserved dinosaur footprints.

Spring View Farms Trailhead

4.6 ★★★★★ 155 reviews

Bluffdale, UT

Natural surfaceShadedScenicDog-friendly

Kid-friendly hiking area with a public restroom, photo opportunities, and mountain views.

Thunderbird Garden Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 151 reviews

Cedar City, UT

Scenic

Area with hiking trails and a disc golf course, featuring red rock formations.

Hidden Hollow

4.5 ★★★★★ 157 reviews

Salt Lake City, UT

LoopShadedScenic

Former construction debris-strewn area now run as a naturalistic park with benches & picnicking.

Moonshine Arch Trail

4.7 ★★★★★ 150 reviews

Vernal, UT

ShadedScenic

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

Virgin River Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 149 reviews

St. George, UT

LoopPavedScenic

Paved trail for hikers and bikers along the Virgin River, offering views of ancient bluffs.

Beus Canyon Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 149 reviews

Ogden, UT

Natural surfaceShadedScenic

Trail with thick foliage leading to a creek and featuring views of the valley.

Hillside Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 155 reviews

South Jordan, UT

PavedScenic

Green space with a playground, picnic tables, and soccer field, as well as running and bike trails.

Living Room Trail

4.7 ★★★★★ 148 reviews

Salt Lake City, UT

Natural surfaceScenic

Hike featuring 'furniture' rocks for seating and a city backdrop.

2750 North Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 148 reviews

Ogden, UT

6 miPavedScenicDog-friendly

Hiking area popular with bikers and horseback riders featuring a trail to Big Rock, with views.

Jordan River Parkway Trail

4.7 ★★★★★ 147 reviews

West Jordan, UT

ScenicDog-friendly

Dog-friendly and flat parkway featuring a river trail popular for walking, biking, and riding.

Crimson Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 144 reviews

Logan, UT

LoopScenic

Well-rated hiking trail featuring scenic views, including tall cliffs and fall colors.

Rainbow Trailhead

4.6 ★★★★★ 143 reviews

Ogden, UT

ShadedScenic

Hiking area with a man-made waterfall and plentiful parking, suitable for kids.

Farmington Creek Waterfall Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 137 reviews

Farmington, UT

MixedShadedScenic

Provo River Parkway Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 136 reviews

Orem, UT

PavedShadedScenic

Shaded, multi-use path along a river, popular for hiking and biking, with canyon access.

Heughs Canyon Trail

4.5 ★★★★★ 144 reviews

Holladay, UT

MixedShadedScenicDog-friendly

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.

Bountiful Staging Area

4.6 ★★★★★ 133 reviews

Bountiful, UT

Scenic

Legacy Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ 136 reviews

Syracuse, UT

ShadedScenicDog-friendly

Lush-lawned park, featuring a playground and a pond that's home to frogs.

Slate Canyon Trail

4.7 ★★★★★ 127 reviews

Provo, UT

LoopNatural surfaceScenicDog-friendly

Hiking, biking, skiing and horse riding trail with creek crossings, rock formations and views of Provo Peak.

Cove Wash Trailhead/ Barrel Roll

4.7 ★★★★★ 126 reviews

Ivins, UT

Natural surfaceScenic

Popular spot for mountain biking, with winding hills and trails for varied skill levels.

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.

Trapper Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 124 reviews

Logan, UT

PavedShadedScenicDog-friendly

Grassy, shaded park, featuring a playground and picnic tables, plus an exercise zone for adults.

Little Confluence Trailhead

4.5 ★★★★★ 129 reviews

Murray, UT

PavedShadedScenicDog-friendly

Paved and earth trails plus a river run through a park with benches, where you might see birds.

Yant Flat Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 123 reviews

Washington, UT

1 miNatural surfaceLitScenic

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

Wilderness Park Trail

4.6 ★★★★★ 121 reviews

Kaysville, UT

Natural surfaceScenicDog-friendly

Oquirrh Highlands Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 120 reviews

West Jordan, UT

Scenic

Playground, plus volleyball, baseball areas and horseshoe pits.

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.

Babylon Arch Trailhead

4.5 ★★★★★ 120 reviews

Hurricane, UT

Natural surfaceScenicDog-friendly

Red rock hills, plus a river and arch reachable via an easy-to-moderate trail.

Butterfield Canyon

4.5 ★★★★★ 119 reviews

Bingham Canyon, UT

Scenic

Mountainous destination for hiking and biking, plus camping.

Ghost Falls Trail Head

4.6 ★★★★★ 116 reviews

Draper, UT

Natural surfaceShadedScenic

Shady, forested trail featuring a tiny, boulder-lined waterfall and creek crossings.

Grapevine Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 113 reviews

Washington, UT

3 miScenicDog-friendly

Trail for casual walking and dog walking, with views and connecting routes.

Freestone Legacy Walking Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 113 reviews

Vernal, UT

PavedScenicDog-friendly

Relaxed, landscaped park featuring trails for walking and running along with a stream, waterfall and pond.

Gooseberry Mesa National Recreation Trail

4.9 ★★★★★ 108 reviews

Hurricane, UT

LoopNatural surfaceScenic

J. Rulon Gammon Vineyard Heritage Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 117 reviews

Vineyard, UT

ShadedScenic

Blackridge Trailhead

4.5 ★★★★★ 115 reviews

Herriman, UT

LoopNatural surfaceScenic

Popular trailhead with a map and bike repair station for hiking and mountain biking.

Bonneville Shoreline Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 110 reviews

Orem, UT

Natural surfaceScenic

Hiking area with a public restroom offering trails for walking, running, and biking.

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.

Big Cottonwood Regional Park - Holladay Lions Area

4.3 ★★★★☆ 117 reviews

Millcreek, UT

MixedScenicDog-friendly

Beautiful park with views of the Olympus Mountains, popular for dog-walking.

Red Cliffs Desert Reserve

4.8 ★★★★★ 104 reviews

Washington, UT

Scenic

Hiking and camping spot featuring mountain views and natural pools.

Sunset Beach Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 107 reviews

Vineyard, UT

Scenic

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.

Hurricane Hill Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 100 reviews

Hurricane, UT

Scenic

Scenery-rich trail for hiking and biking/running that also features views.

Donner Trail Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 98 reviews

Salt Lake City, UT

ScenicDog-friendly

Park with 2 playgrounds, picnic tables, and a trail, plus sunset views.

Ashley Nature Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 98 reviews

Vernal, UT

LoopMixedScenicDog-friendly

Relaxing nature park featuring a paved loop and unpaved trails, plus a picnic area and a restroom.

Thanksgiving Point Trailhead Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 97 reviews

Lehi, UT

ScenicDog-friendly

Popular green space for bikers, joggers, walkers, dogs and those seeking peaceful views; also featuring a playground.

Jordan River Trail

4.6 ★★★★★ 96 reviews

West Jordan, UT

PavedScenicDog-friendly

Popular paved path for strolling and cycling, with loops and mountain views.

Ogden River Parkway

4.7 ★★★★★ 93 reviews

Ogden, UT

PavedScenicDog-friendly

Kid-friendly hiking area along the Ogden River that also features picnic tables and fishing.

Bonneville Shoreline Preserve

4.6 ★★★★★ 95 reviews

Salt Lake City, UT

13.5 miBoardwalkScenicDog-friendly

Peaceful preserve with trails for hikers, bikers, and dogs, plus Salt Lake City views.

Hobble Creek Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 95 reviews

Springville, UT

ShadedScenic

Popular grass area for walking & biking with playgrounds, BBQ stands and picnic tables.

Wade Springs Trailhead, Murdock Canal Trail

4.8 ★★★★★ 91 reviews

Pleasant Grove, UT

PavedScenic

Canal-side trail for hikers, bikers and families, with restrooms and water fountains.

Jordan River Parkway Trailheads

4.3 ★★★★☆ 101 reviews

West Jordan, UT

PavedScenicDog-friendly

Mountain trail that’s popular for biking and walking dogs.

Tomahawk Natural Area

4.7 ★★★★★ 90 reviews

Salt Lake City, UT

Natural surfaceShadedScenicDog-friendly

Nature preserve with kid-friendly hiking, and mountain biking trails.

Jumpoff Canyon Trailhead

4.5 ★★★★★ 92 reviews

Ogden, UT

LoopScenic

Hiking area featuring access to multiple trails, including the Bonneville shoreline trail.

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