Porter-Rockwell Trail - Draper Park Trailhead

The Porter-Rockwell Trail is a fully-paved path that meanders through the city of Draper. It spans for a total of 11 miles, spanning from Draper City Park to the intersection of Highland Dr and Minuteman Dr. But since we’re hiking with kids, we only explore small sections of it. This post is for the span of trail that extends from Draper City Park, southeast for about a mile, to where it meets the Sadler Trailhead. This trail is really great for kids on their bicycles and moms to push strollers if needed (and jogging if you’re into that). It’s even great in the winter because the City of Draper plows the trail after it snows. There is one spot where the trail crosses a street, but it’s a small, residential street. Right at this intersection is a farm where a zebra lives too. More photos coming soon!

Cell Receptions

Excellent

ADA Accessible

Yes

Stroller Friendly

Yes

Terrain Type

Paved

Water Fountain

Yes

Bathrooms

Pet Friendly

Yes

Fee

$0.00

Nearby convenience store

Yes

Camping Nearby

Emergency support within 5 miles

Yes

Trail Length/Type

Varies, Out & Back

Helpful Trail Information

Natural Play Area, Picnic Area, Playground, and Wildlife Viewing One of the farms that the trail goes past has a zebra and an emu. The horses at this farm will also come right up to the fence for attention if you stop. The zebra never does. A little further in, there’s a stature of a tyrannosaurus that we encourage kids to look for. For a paved trail, we see a decent amount of wildlife. Birds, chipmunks, squirrels, and even a snake a few times. We usually stop for lunch or snacks at the gazebo that’s at the Sadler Trailhead and then head back from there. There is sometimes a picnic table there too. If you’re into geocaching, there are a few on this trail. We sometimes encourage kids to keep hiking with the promise that we can play at the playground at Draper City Park. There are restrooms in three spots at Draper City Park, but they are usually closed in the winter. Water fountains are also shut off in winter.

Parking Details

You can park at Draper City Park or along 1300 E. The trailhead is just across the street, very clearly marked.