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Running trails in Utah
636 trails across 87 cities in Utah, with the most in Salt Lake City, Ogden, and Draper — including 112 paved, 63 loops, 198 shaded, and 23 long enough for a 5-mile run. Every listing shows the things runners actually decide on: surface, loop distance, shade, lighting, restrooms, water and trailhead parking. Pick a city for the full local list, or filter the Utah trails below.
Cities in Utah
Every city and town in Utah with a running trail in the directory, most trails first.
- Salt Lake City
- Ogden
- Draper
- Provo
- Sandy
- St. George
- Cedar City
- Logan
- Herriman
- Hurricane
- Washington
- Alpine
- Layton
- Payson
- Springville
- Eagle Mountain
- Farmington
- Lehi
- Saratoga Springs
- Clearfield
- Murray
- Vernal
- Riverton
- Tooele
- Bluffdale
- Bountiful
- Highland
- Pleasant Grove
- West Jordan
- Brigham City
- Roy
- West Valley City
- Ivins
- Kaysville
- Millcreek
- Orem
- South Jordan
- Syracuse
- Cottonwood Heights
- Centerville
- Clinton
- Mapleton
- North Salt Lake
- Spanish Fork
- Vineyard
- West Bountiful
- American Fork
- Heber City
- Holladay
- Hyrum
- Lindon
- North Ogden
- Santaquin
- Taylorsville
- Brighton
- Kearns
- La Verkin
- Midvale
- Midway
- North Logan
- Pleasant View
- Smithfield
- South Salt Lake
- Woods Cross
- Cedar Hills
- Dammeron Valley
- Fruit Heights
- Grantsville
- Park City
- Riverdale
- South Ogden
- Tremonton
- West Haven
- Alta
- Bingham Canyon
- Boulder
- Cottonwood
- Dugway
- Farr West
- Harrisville
- Magna
- Mantua
- Mendon
- Morgan
- Perry
- South Weber
- Sunset
Notable running trails in Utah
The Utah trails runners review most, ranked by rating weighted by review volume. Filter by surface, loop, distance, shade or lighting to narrow to the run you're actually planning. See the full best-of-Utah ranking →
Murray Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 6,874 reviews
Large, public open space with pavilions, playing fields, a gazebo, an amphitheater & a restaurant.
Sand Hollow State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 6,915 reviews
Red sandstone park offering boating in a reservoir & off-highway vehicle riding on Sand Mountain.
Sugar House Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 6,596 reviews
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
Scenic locale offering trails for hiking, climbing & horseback riding amid dunes & sandstone cliffs.
Pioneer Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 3,878 reviews
Rocky 52-acre park featuring Dixie Rock, views of the city, hiking, BBQs & a covered pavilion.
Veterans Memorial Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 3,440 reviews
Public park with lawned areas, on-site parking & facilities for children, including a playground.
Memory Grove
4.8 ★★★★★ 3,368 reviews
Serene space with monuments, fountains, creekside paths, an off-leash area & picnic tables.
Layton Commons Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 3,264 reviews
47-acre park with a duck pond, 2 baseball fields & playgrounds, plus many picnic shelters & BBQs.
Ensign Peak Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 3,084 reviews
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
Divided into upland & lowland sections, this protected area is famous for its red-rock cliffs.
Jordanelle State Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 2,569 reviews
Fishing, boating & water-skiing on Jordanelle Reservoir, along with hiking trails & campgrounds.
Draper City Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,436 reviews
Park with athletic fields, bike trail access & a playground, plus a picnic pavilion & open space.
Quail Creek State Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,424 reviews
This park has a recreational reservoir for boating, fishing, swimming, plus picnic & camping areas.
Jordan Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 2,367 reviews
33.5-acre city park hosts the International Peace Gardens, plus sports fields, a playground & more.
Lodestone Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 2,020 reviews
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
Popular recreation area with playgrounds, picnic spots and splash pads, plus skate ramps.
Nielsen's Grove Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,932 reviews
This scenic park full of plants & flowers has a reflecting pool, pond, greenhouse & picnic areas.
Wardle Fields Regional Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,892 reviews
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
Reserve encompassing Utah's largest freshwater lake, with fishing, boating & camping access.
Fairmont Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 1,916 reviews
Natural space with sports fields, a pool, skate park & playground, plus picnic facilities.
Tanner Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,775 reviews
Amenities at this park include a little league field, tennis court, paved walkway & playground.
Wasatch Mountain State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,713 reviews
Scenic preserve offering 2 golf courses, trails for horseback riding, plus winter sports & camping.
Highland Glen Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,698 reviews
Un-lifeguarded pond-swimming & picnic facilities are available at this family-friendly public park.
Bear Canyon Suspension Bridge Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,478 reviews
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
Small spot featuring a walking path around a fishing pond, with scenic mountain views & a bridge.
Mount Timpanogos Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,290 reviews
This public green space features walking paths & a range of structures available for events.
Rock Canyon Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,288 reviews
Sprawling green space with a trail & playgrounds, plus a volleyball court, horseshoes & disc golf.
Mary & Art Dye Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,276 reviews
Natural area with disk golf, sports fields, trails & playgrounds in a picturesque setting.
29th Street Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,260 reviews
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
Lake offering a sandy beach for swimming and sunbathing, a playground and covered pavilions, plus boat rentals and trails.
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Utah trails by surface
Surface is the biggest split in trail running — asphalt is fast and predictable, crushed limestone is softer but still smooth, dirt is easiest on the joints and the most fun, boardwalk is flat and scenic but slick when wet.
More ways to find a trail in Utah
- Best running trails in Utah — the state-wide ranking from runner reviews
- Loop trails — 63 in Utah come back to the trailhead without backtracking
- Long-run trails (5+ miles) — 23 in Utah are long enough for a proper long run
- Shaded trails — 198 in Utah keep tree cover over the path for summer miles
- Lit trails — 39 in Utah have lighting for pre-dawn and post-work runs
- Trails with restrooms — 319 in Utah, and 170 with water fountains
- Trailhead parking — 348 in Utah have parking at the trailhead
- Dog-friendly trails — 229 in Utah you can run with a dog
- Stroller & wheelchair-accessible — 93 in Utah are smooth and wide enough
- Scenic trails — 387 in Utah runners single out for the views
- Browse by surface — paved, crushed limestone, natural dirt or boardwalk
- All trail features — loops, shade, lighting, restrooms, mile markers and more
- Running trails by state — the rest of the country
- Trail-running guides — surfaces and your knees, loop vs out-and-back, trail etiquette, running before dawn
Trail features in Utah
- Scenic Running Trails
- Trails with Trailhead Parking
- Trails with Restrooms
- Dog-Friendly Running Trails
- Shaded Running Trails
- Hilly Trails & Hill Workouts
- Trails with Water Fountains
- Stroller & Wheelchair-Accessible Trails
- Quiet, Uncrowded Trails
- Flat & Fast Running Trails
- Loop Trails (No Backtracking)
- Lit Trails for Early & Night Runs
- Long-Run Trails (5+ Miles)
- Trails with Mile Markers