Our first time visit to this trail had us drooling for more…read more Visiting in late March, there were grassy and rocky cliffs/rock formations on each side of the canyon with a perfectly snow-capped peak right in the center. Just before sunset, the whole canyon was warmly lit - glistening in grandeur - begging to be photographed. We were short on time - needing to return to the Bonneville Shoreline Trailhead (about 1.75 miles away) before dark but this scene beaconed us in such a way that we had to press on up its steep steps - curious to see how the view might shift with each step! Leaving the trail with only a taste of what these Dry Canyon trails could offer, we placed this high on our list of considerations for a post-work hike!

An easy trail with a nice ascent, jagged cliffs, gentle slopes, and rewarding view of Utah Valley…read more Parking is free and easy. A liter of water per person should be fine for the easy loop. There is a little spot where someone had built a fire (not sure if allowed) where you can rest and enjoy the lake views. For something intermediate there is a trail that ascends further into a meadow that is a great place to rest for lunch. I recommend good sun block and a hat on very sunny days since there is very little coverage most of the trail. This is perfect for a family hike on the weekend, or a relaxing hike even during the weekdays.

The trailhead starts in the Timpooneke campground parking lot in American Fork Canyon. The cost is…read more$6 per car. You can pay at the parking lot- there are self-pay envelopes. If you don't have cash, like us, we stopped at the little guard shack at the mouth of AF canyon on our way out and paid. We hiked to the summit August 1 2018. Weather was perfect. We started the trailhead at 5AM and made the summit around 8:30. We hiked quite quickly and large groups or inexperienced hikers would definitely take longer. Average is around 4 1/2 hours to reach the summit. We took 3 liters of water each and it was more than enough. If it had been warmer we may have needed more- but we were back to our car by noon. The hike down took about 2 1/2 hours. We had read that it normally takes a little longer. We also took snacks- which were needed! Snickers bars and peanut m&ms were perfect. The hike wasn't technically difficult so much as just long. It definitely takes endurance. It's not for the faint of heart. I'd recommend being in good physical shape- 7.2 miles each way. The views were breathtaking. Only the last mile from the saddle to the tippy top had some scary heights. If you're afraid of heights, the last mile will be a little nerve wracking. However, it wasn't incredibly dangerous. I'm not a risk taker and I felt pretty safe. It got a little hot on the way down. I wouldn't recommend starting much later than 5am because it can start to get pretty hot as the day goes on and you'll be tired . And the top of the summit can be quite cold in the morning. I had a sweatshirt with me and was grateful for it!

Love this trail and how it seems to still feel like a hidden gem even with social media telling…read moreeveryone about all the good nature spots trails and hikes.

Excellent easy trail for families and joggers. This trail starts by the playground and tennis…read morecourts of the Spanish Fork Sports Park and then follows the Spanish Fork River. It was the perfect stroll for my young kids in the middle of the Summer because it is mostly shaded. The River was really high in June so it wasn't safe for kids to wade in, but I hear at the end of Summer or Sept it can be pretty low. The trail end on one end of the park but then extends beyond the park to the East and goes through a tunnel under the main road. Not sure how far it extends from there. There is a map at the beginning where I mentioned earlier. Perhaps a closer look with tell you those secrets. The trail is well taken care of and fairly wide and smooth. Great for strollers or for running on. HINT: There is a Fantastic climbing tree located in the middle of the trail in the Sports Park! So good, I climbed all the way to the top! :) Someone also attached a little swing that my kids couldn't get enough of.

Bridal Falls Veil is one of the more popular parks in the area. We are big fans of waterfalls so we…read moredefinitely planned to check this one out; We arrived just after 10am on a beautiful Saturday morning. The parking lot was already pretty full as vehicles were parking up on the drive in. Fortunately we found a spot right away. There were all sorts of people around. From joggers and walkers to families to older folks. It's a short walk of a few blocks to the Falls. It's very scenic. Before you know it you can hear the water cascading down the mountain and you have reached the base of the falls. Feel free to take your shoes off or wear sandals as you can walk in the cool water. A lot of fun on this beautiful day. As the weather heats us, I'm sure even more folks would visit and walk in the cooling beautiful water of Bridal Falls Veil.

The view is amazing, great place to hike and take tons of pictures. There's a plaque with the story…read morebehind the waterfall. I didn't make it to the bottom of the waterfall but I was told you can see fish on the water down below. A definite must stop for those passing by.

This is a beautiful trail along the Jordan River. It's one of my favorite walks with beautiful…read morescenery and connects to paths in my neighborhood Bikers, runners, and walkers alike use it. There are mile markers along the way.

I discovered this entrance when I began running from Thanksgiving point and headed south. I…read morehappened to run alongside the trail and Olympic Park in Lehi. If you are seeking an easy access point with good parking, I recommend Olympic Park in Lehi. You can access the trail and go left or right depending on your mood by simply walking to the back of the park. The views in either direction are great and the path is paved, so it makes for an easy stroll, jog, or bike ride with the family. Lastly, we found it to be safe, not over crowded, and easily accessible.

Loved this trail! So much pretty scenery on the trail. Loved seeing the horses and cows. Everyone…read morewas very friendly. Overall 10/10

Sports: Jogging, running, exercising, fun play volleyball, soccer, football, etc etc nice park.read more

Like the name of this trail suggests, it is very rocky. You walk on gravel and lots of rocks of…read moredifferent sizes. Be careful, it's easy to roll an ankle if you don't look where you are going.

This is a great trail located about 5-10 minutes from town, about 5-6 miles out and back. Parking…read moreis pretty easy. There is a water source and bathrooms located right before the trailhead. First you will pass by some beautiful rock formations and then walk along rocky trails heading east alongside the beautiful mountain creek. As you make your ascent, you will cross five bridges and reach the half way point at around 2 miles. The trail gets a little more strenuous here so I recommend taking it slower and stopping for some water breaks. Eventually you will make a sharp right turn onto a dirt trail that will loop you around the mountainside. Here you'll enjoy a beautiful view of the mountains and the mountain water source. There are more rock formation views on the way back, and a nice look towards Utah lake as well. Round trip took us about 4 hours with heavier gear (50-60+ lb). Recommended minimum of two liters of water per person. There are patches of coverage from trees and some spots where you are exposed to sunlight, so sunblock / hat is a good idea!

Very easy access from the 15! Parking spots are easy and provide quick access to all the trails…read more There seems to be a lot to offer depending on what you want to do. You will see mountain bikers, runners, and hikers in this area. If you're looking for something chill, try out the short trails leading to some nice vantage points. For the more adventurous, take a deep hike into the valley and enjoy the lush landscape. Also very family friendly and dog friendly. Only wished there was more signage to help us navigate the web of trails. Update: We were able to hike part of the Slate Canyon trail yesterday. It is an 8.5 mi. loop, considered a "difficult" rating. Due to time constraints we were only able to check out about a quarter of it. Very beautiful view of the cliffs on the trail, and excellent resting spots with good shade. Very family friendly, with some flat parts of the trail and nice climbing as well. Carrier recommended for toddlers.