524 m away
Sweeney's Switchbacks and John's Trail
A mountain run that starts from Park City’s Main Street, through aspen forest and alongside relics of the mining days.
Difficult Trail Running
- Distance
- 10 km
- Ascent
- 408 m
- Descent
- 408 m
Lost Prospector Loop
Park City and Deer Valley
An enjoyable Park City locals’ trail, easily accessible from Old Town and the resort.
Trail Running Moderate
- Distance
- 5.7 km
- Ascent
- 178 m
- Descent
- 178 m
- Duration
- 0-1 hrs
- Low Point
- 2.2 km
- High Point
- 2.3 km
- Gradient
- 4˚
This loop combines a few trails to encircle a hill right next to Park City. It makes a convenient and scenic workout if you are staying in Old Town or anywhere nearby. The loop has a few different access points, but all are along residential roads with very limited parking. There is one place to park at a trailhead on Aerie Drive, but it fits no more than three cars. Better to start your run from elsewhere in town if you can.
Description
From Aerie Drive, begin on Lost Prospector Trail for a gradual ascent overlooking Old Town. Masonic Trail and Gambel Oak Trail are the two others that complete this loop. The route is nicely varied, with ups and downs through stands of young forest and hillside meadows, and good views most of the time. Most of the track is packed dirt that’s somewhat rocky, but at one point, you must join a neighborhood street for a short distance. Shade is limited, so go early if you expect a hot day.
Sources: https://mountaintrails.org/pc-trail-system/east-old-town/
Difficulty
Moderate
Medium Exposure
The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.
Remoteness
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Similar routes nearby
1 km away
Jenni's-CMG Loop
Excellent training run that begins from the Park City base area, among a host of other summer activities.
Moderate Trail Running
- Distance
- 3.8 km
- Ascent
- 173 m
- Descent
- 173 m
1.8 km away
Armstrong-Spiro Loop
Sustained climb through leafy forest, then a fast descent with wide-open views over Park City.
Moderate Trail Running
- Distance
- 9.6 km
- Ascent
- 371 m
- Descent
- 371 m
2.6 km away
PC Hill
Short and sweet hill run to a view over Park City.
Moderate Trail Running
- Distance
- 2.5 km
- Ascent
- 144 m
- Descent
- 144 m
3.3 km away
Mid Mountain Trail: Silver Lake Lodge to Silver King Mine
One section of a long trail that’s particularly well-suited for running, and connects with practically all the other trails in the ski resorts.
Moderate Trail Running
- Distance
- 7 km
- Ascent
- 201 m
- Descent
- 199 m
3.3 km away
Bald Mountain Loop at Deer Valley
A climb and descent with a rewarding summit, on hiker-only trails at Deer Valley Resort.
Moderate Trail Running
- Distance
- 7 km
- Ascent
- 386 m
- Descent
- 387 m
3.9 km away
Round Valley: Somewhere Elks - Rambler Loop
The perfect morning or evening training run in the hills outside of town.
Moderate Trail Running
- Distance
- 7.8 km
- Ascent
- 192 m
- Descent
- 192 m
6.9 km away
Wasatch Crest: Guardsman Pass to Lake Desolation
Epic ridge run along the backbone of Utah.
Difficult Trail Running
- Distance
- 17 km
- Ascent
- 618 m
- Descent
- 618 m
7 km away
Jordanelle Perimeter Trail West
Rolling terrain above the shore of a large lake.
Easy Trail Running
- Distance
- 18 km
- Ascent
- 286 m
- Descent
- 285 m
9.2 km away
Glenwild Loop
An ideal running loop in a network of trails just up the road from Park City.
Moderate Trail Running
- Distance
- 14 km
- Ascent
- 342 m
- Descent
- 342 m
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Guidebooks in this area
10 routes · Trail Running