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Murdock Canal Trail – Murdock Canal Trail loop from American Fork

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Murdock Canal Trail – Murdock Canal Trail loop from American Fork

Moderate

4.8

(4687)

6,869

riders

Murdock Canal Trail – Murdock Canal Trail loop from American Fork

02:10

53.0km

240m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 8, 2026

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After 28.8 km for 169 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

22.2 km

Highland Glen Park Lake

Highlight • Lake

Highland Glen Park has a playground, pavilions, and a beach volleyball court. The park also has a large pond that allows swimming, although there is not a lifeguard on duty.

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2

25.2 km

View of the Valley from Murdock Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

The valley views from Murdock Trail are just remarkable, especially at sunrise/sunset!!

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3

28.9 km

Red Barn with Mountain View

Highlight • Viewpoint

This bright red barn is a standout amongst the beautiful mountain backdrop. It's one of many scenic features along this trail and is worthy of a stop to take a great photo!

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4

30.9 km

Murdock Canal Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This 17-mile trail traverses seven cities and follows the path of the original trail constructed in the early 1900s. The trail was initially built to transport water from the Provo River for irrigation in Northern Utah County.

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5

34.0 km

Murdock Canal Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

6

37.1 km

Murdock Canal Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This 17-mile trail traverses seven cities and follows the path of the original trail constructed in the early 1900s. The trail was initially built to transport water from the Provo River for irrigation in Northern Utah County.

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B

53.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

33.6 km

16.9 km

2.05 km

283 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

50.0 km

2.81 km

169 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (1,540 m)

Lowest point (1,380 m)

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Wednesday 15 July

35°C

22°C

64 %

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