Utah

Looking for the best running in Utah? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Utah. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.

Top Running Spots in and near Utah

  • Salt Lake City, Utah

    Mountain Bike Dog Lake, Millcreek Canyon

    4.4 mi / 1260 ft gain
    If it’s an even day and you’re in Salt Lake and you’re in possession of a mountain bike, put down your phone and spend the next 2 hours in pure bliss. Mountain bikers are only allowed to use the trails of upper Millcreek Canyon on even days, which makes for a busy route, but well worth it. This i...
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  • Moab, Utah

    Mountain Bike Bull Run Trail

    5.5 mi / 1000 ft gain
    Bull Run has a parking lot on the Little Canyon / Gemini Bridges Rd. It's a 5.5 mile downhill trail that ends at the Lower Getaway Trail. Bull Run Trail follows the north side of Bull Run Canyon and provides scenic views with a mix of slick rock, sand, and flowing trails. Most people will park at...
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  • Sandy, Utah

    Dimple Dell Trail West

    3.88 mi / 236 ft gain
    Dimple Dell Trail West is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Sandy, Utah.
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  • Nephi, Utah

    Andrew's Ridge to Mt. Nebo (South Peak)

    8.67 mi / 5400 ft gain
    Andrew's Ridge to Mt. Nebo (South Peak) is an out-and-back trail where you may see wildflowers located near Nephi, Utah.
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  • Kanab, Utah

    Lower Hackberry Canyon Trail

    4.0
    11.8 mi / 1716 ft gain
    Lower Hackberry Canyon Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Kanab, Utah.
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  • Lehi, Utah

    Jordan River Parkway Trail

    4.0
    45.33 mi / 2113 ft gain
    Jordan River Parkway Trail is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a lake located near Saratoga Springs, Utah.
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  • Dugway, Utah

    Deseret Peak

    7.77 mi / 3510 ft gain
    Deseret Peak is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Grantsville, Utah.
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  • Bryce, Utah

    Wall Street and Queens Garden Loop to Peekaboo Loop (Figure Eight Trail)

    4.0
    6.27 mi / 1460 ft gain
    The Figure Eight Trail combines three of the most iconic and scenic trails in Bryce Canyon National Park into one unforgettable loop. Connecting Wall Street, Queen’s Garden, and the Peekaboo Loop, this route winds through towering hoodoos, narrow slot-like canyons, and dramatic natural amphitheat...
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  • Ogden, Utah

    Quail Loop Trail

    0.94 mi / 180 ft gain
    Whether you’re seeking a peaceful walk, a family outing, or a chance to connect with nature, the Quail Loop Trail provides a delightful experience amidst the scenic landscapes of Ogden, Utah. TRAIL DETAILS Difficulty: Easy; suitable for all ages and skill levels Surface: Packed dirt and smal...
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  • Moab, Utah

    Bar M Loop Trail

    4.0
    The Bar M Loop Trail is a popular, family-friendly trail system located just north of Moab, Utah, offering scenic views of red rock mesas and the La Sal Mountains. This well-maintained loop is a great introduction to Moab’s mountain biking terrain and is also open to hikers and trail runners. T...
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  • Salt Lake City, Utah

    Big Beacon Mount Wire Trail

    4.78 mi / 2100 ft gain
    Big Beacon Mount Wire Trail is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near Salt Lake City, Utah.
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  • Salt Lake City, Utah

    Parley's Historic Nature Park Trail Loop

    4.0
    2 mi / 135 ft gain
    Parley's Historic Nature Park Trail Loop, located in Salt Lake City, Utah, is a well-known hiking trail. This 2-mile loop trail is rated as moderate, making it suitable for hikers with some experience. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and nature trips and is accessible year-round....
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  • Syracuse, Utah

    Dooly Knob Trail

    2.26 mi / 663 ft gain
    Dooly Knob Trail climbs to a rocky summit on Antelope Island—the largest island in the Great Salt Lake—delivering panoramic views that stretch from the Wasatch Front to the Stansbury Mountains across a landscape unlike anything else in the American West. This is desert-meets-water hiking at its m...
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  • Moab, Utah

    Hidden Valley to Moab Rim Trail

    5.0
    6.93 mi / 1066 ft gain
    Hidden Valley to Moab Rim Trail is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a river located near Moab, Utah.
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