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Jordan River Parkway Trail – Germania Park, Murray, Utah

Jordan River Parkway Trail, Taylorsville, Utah
Germania Park, 5400 South Murray Pkwy Ave (about 1100 W).  It’s a sunny January Saturday, 37 degrees with snow still on the ground. I’m going to first cross the river to take a look at the leash-free dog park, then I’ll head north
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Taylorsville, Utah
Google Earth Map of my walk, how cool is that!
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Taylorsville, Utah
Bridge to cross the Jordan River to Millrace Park in Taylorsville
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Taylorsville, Utah
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Taylorsville, Utah
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Taylorsville, Utah
Off-leash Dog Park, Millrace Park, Taylorsville, Utah
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Taylorsville, Utah
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Taylorsville, Utah
Kids playground at Millrace Park in Taylorsville, Utah
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Taylorsville, Utah
Equestrian Trail for riding horses at this section of Jordan River Parkway
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Restrooms are not open here in winter like they were at Winchester Park in Murray, Utah. Picnic pavilion, children’s playground, and grass sports field here.
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Large Sports Field with Wasatch Mountains in background
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Biking along the Jordan River Parkway Trail
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Trail Runners enjoying the January Utah Sun
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Murray City plows the snow on the trail in winter. Can you believe it!
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Overlook Point to view the Marshlands
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Outdoor Amphitheater for summer performances
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Jordan River Marshlands
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Jordan River: Ribbon of Life
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Beautiful frozen ponds in Marshlands
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Early Utah Pioneers
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Beautiful view of the Jordan River
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Walkway to protect the Marshlands
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Taylorsville, Utah
4800 S Murray Taylorsville Rd. Just shy of 2 miles
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Taylorsville, Utah
On my return headed south. Capturing a few new light photos
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Taylorsville, Utah
Magical Trees! There’s something special about a leafless winter tree.
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Taylorsville, Utah
Another one of those birdhouses in a wickedly awesome tree
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Taylorsville, Utah
Creekside Petroglyph Mural to reduce graffiti
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Taylorsville, Utah
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Taylorsville, Utah
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Taylorsville, Utah
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Taylorsville, Utah
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
River Reflection Time
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Taylorsville, Utah
Boat loading dock for floating the Jordan River
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Taylorsville, Utah
January Horse Riding on the Jordan Parkway Trail

Jordan River Parkway Trail

Taylorsville 4800 S–3900 S

Jordan River Parkway Trail - 4800 S to 3900 S - Taylorsville, Utah

Today I continue my Jordan River Parkway walking tour at 4800 South in Taylorsville, Utah by heading north along the river and walking to my day’s turnaround point at 3900 S in South Salt Lake. Murray, Utah is south across the street from here.

It’s January 19th, the temperature has been maxing out at freezing until this week of sun where it’s been approaching 40 degrees. It’s an enjoyable time to walk because there are few people and the air is refreshingly chilled with a relaxing sense of quiet.

Jordan River Parkway Trail - 4800 S to 3900 S - Taylorsville, Utah

Still snow on the ground. We’ve had snow cover since November this year due to the temperature hovering below freezing for two months.

Jordan River Parkway Trail - 4800 S to 3900 S - Taylorsville, Utah

Tunnel looking south beneath 4800 South headed to Murray, Utah

Jordan River Parkway Trail - 4800 S to 3900 S - Taylorsville, Utah

Trail is not quite as well maintained as in Murray. Snow and ice patches were common.

Jordan River Parkway Trail - 4800 S to 3900 S - Taylorsville, Utah

Good view of the Jordan River from this section of the path as well as a good view of Apartments.

Jordan River Parkway Trail - 4800 S to 3900 S - Taylorsville, Utah

Bird House again, they are all along the trail. Who’s placing these? Great winter trees!

Jordan River Parkway Trail - 4800 S to 3900 S - Taylorsville, Utah

Some Industry Views

Jordan River Parkway Trail - 4800 S to 3900 S - Taylorsville, Utah

A dam here diverts water into a canal that runs all the way to the Great Salt Lake.

Jordan River Parkway Trail - 4800 S to 3900 S - Taylorsville, Utah

Some Geese enjoying the Sun

Jordan River Parkway Trail - 4800 S to 3900 S - Taylorsville, Utah

Veterans Memorial Park

Jordan River Parkway Trail - 4800 S to 3900 S - Taylorsville, Utah

Trail tunnel beneath 4500 S

Jordan River Parkway Trail - 4800 S to 3900 S - Taylorsville, Utah

The local school has tried to combat Graffiti by painting the walls of the tunnel beneath 4500 S in Taylorsville, Utah

Jordan River Parkway Trail - 4800 S to 3900 S - Taylorsville, Utah

The trail follows along 4500 S before turning into Apartment Complex Area, moving away from the river for a while.

Jordan River Parkway Trail - 4800 S to 3900 S - Taylorsville, Utah

Jesus appearing in a tree?!

Jordan River Parkway Trail - 4800 S to 3900 S - Taylorsville, Utah

Trail winds through Apartments, making me wonder if I’m still on the Jordan River Parkway Trail

Jordan River Parkway Trail - 4800 S to 3900 S - Taylorsville, Utah

Once out of the apartments you enter the South Salt Lake wooded area. This section is quite nice with some good views of the river.

Jordan River Parkway Trail - 4800 S to 3900 S - Taylorsville, Utah

Winter Tree Beauty

Jordan River Parkway Trail - 4800 S to 3900 S - Taylorsville, Utah

View of the Jordan River

Jordan River Parkway Trail - 4800 S to 3900 S - Taylorsville, Utah

Jordan River with Wasatch Mountains in the background.

Jordan River Parkway Trail - 4800 S to 3900 S - Taylorsville, Utah

The bridge crosses the river to 3900 S Street Bridge.

Jordan River Parkway Trail - 4800 S to 3900 S - Taylorsville, Utah

Graffiti Bridge

Jordan River Parkway Trail - 4800 S to 3900 S - Taylorsville, Utah

Jordan River Parkway Trail 3900 S Street Bridge in South Salt Lake, Utah

Jordan River Parkway Trail - 4800 S to 3900 S - Taylorsville, Utah

General Holm Park, 3900 South South Salt Lake, Utah. I turn around here and head back. Goodbye til another day.

Jordan River Parkway Trail–Winchester Park Photo Album

Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Heading north from Winchester Park in Murray, Utah. It’s January, and the restrooms are even open, impressive
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Winchester Park in Murray, Utah, is well maintained with a pretty pond, ducks and geese, a playground for the kids, restrooms, and picnic tables.
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Duck Pond at Winchester Park, Murray
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Winchester Park Playground
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Jordan Parkway trail following the Jordan River
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
It snowed heavily in November this year, and the temperature has remained under freezing keeping the snow for almost two months now.
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
A very pretty sunny day today
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Not too many people on the trail today, still a bit cold for most.
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
The trail crosses the river here.
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Interesting story about Native American Indians in early Utah
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
A little reflecting time…
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
The path crosses beneath Belt Route 215
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Some say there are ghosts under here
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
There’s beauty in a leafless tree
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Great tree-house tree!
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
This is the second birdhouse like this I’ve seen along the trail. Think it’s a science project?
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Hickman Fort, I never knew
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Where the houses are was Hickman Fort
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Lots of quiet open space and blue sky
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Few people walking their dogs
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Approaching 5400 South and Millrace Park
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
5400 South rest stop with restroom, drinking fountain (weather permitting), and picnic pavilion. I’ll turn around here for now and head back home.
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Jordan Parkway Trail is great for bicycling too.
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Jordan River looking pretty in January
Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
Walking The Dog
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Jordan River Parkway Trail, Murray, Utah
View of the Wasatch Mountains from the trail. Goodbye for now. I’ll be back.

Murray

Murray, Utah

Murray city is located along the Wasatch Front in the heart of Salt Lake County in the U.S. state of Utah. Named for territorial governor Eli Murray, it is the state’s fourteenth largest city. According to the 2010 census, Murray has approximately 46,746 residents. Wikipedia

Featured Photo: 6400 S 700 E, Murray, Utah __Utah Agenda

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Christmas Holiday Lights 2023

Christmas Lights on Temple Square  Local Favorite
December 31, 2023–Jan 1, 2024, Nightly, 5–10 pm
Temple Square, Salt Lake

Luminaria Christmas Light Show Local Favorite
Enchanting Walk Through Ashton Gardens
December 31–January 6, 2024, M-S, 4:30–9 pm
Thanksgiving Point, Lehi

World of Illumination Holiday Light Show
Holiday Music, Whimsical Characters & Lights
December 31, 2023, T-Sn, 6–10 pm
Utah State Fairpark, Salt Lake

Spanish Forks Festival of Lights
Drive-Through Light Display
December 31, 2023–January 1, 2024, Nightly, 6–10 pm
Canyon View Park, Spanish Fork

Ogden Christmas Village
December 31–January 1, 2024, Nightly, 5 pm–Midnight
27th Street Washington Blvd, Ogden

Layton City ‘Lights Before Christmas’
December 31, 2023, Nightly, 5–11 pm
Layton Commons Park, Layton

Salem City Pond Town Christmas  Free
December 31–January 1, 2024, 5:30–11 pm
Salem City Pond, Utah County

Orem Holiday Lights On
100,000 Lights in The Orchard
December 31–January 1, Nightly 5–11 pm
The Orchard, University Place, Orem

Lights On at The Gateway
Holiday Lights & Boutiques
December 31, 2023, Nightly, Dusk
The Gateway, Salt Lake

Holiday Lights Wagon Ride
Holiday Lights Wagon Ride at Jordanelle
December 31, 2023, Th-Sn, Multiple Times
Jordanelle, Park City Area

Gallivan Center Lights On Celebration Holiday Lights!
Ice Rink In Full Christmas Mode with DJ Jon Smith
December 31, 2023, M-Sn, Multiple Times
Gallivan Center, Downtown, Salt Lake

Tracy Aviary LightWalk
Light Tunnel, Santa, & Tracy Aviary’s Natural Beauty
December 31, 2023, M-Sn, 5–9 pm
Tracy Aviary, Liberty Park, Salt Lake

Millcreek Common Ice Skating New & Fresh
Holiday Lighting
December 31, 2023, Daily, Multiple Times
Millcreek Common, Millcreek

Millcreek Holiday Lights On
New City Hall Festivities
December 31, 2023, Nightly, Dusk
Millcreek Common, Millcreek

South Jordan’s Candy Windows & Lights
December 31, 2023, Nightly, Dusk
Towne Center Drive, South Jordan

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Salt Lake City Area

Christmas Lights on Temple Square  Best
December 31–January 1, 2024, Nightly, 5–10 pm
Temple Square, Salt Lake

Tracy Aviary LightWalk
Light Tunnel, Santa, & Tracy Aviary’s Natural Beauty
December 31, 2023, M-Sn, 5–9 pm
Tracy Aviary, Liberty Park, Salt Lake

World of Illumination Holiday Light Show
Holiday Music, Whimsical Characters & Lights
December 31, 2023, T-Sn, 6–10 pm
Utah State Fairpark, Salt Lake

Lights On at The Gateway
Holiday Lights & Boutiques
December 31, 2023, Nightly, Dusk
The Gateway, Salt Lake

Gallivan Center Lights On Celebration Holiday Lights!
Ice Rink In Full Christmas Mode with DJ Jon Smith
December 31, 2023, M-Sn, Dusk
Gallivan Center, Downtown, Salt Lake

Millcreek Common Ice Skating New & Fresh
Holiday Lighting
December 31, 2023, Daily, Multiple Times
Millcreek Common, Millcreek

South Jordan’s Candy Windows & Lights
December 31, 2023, Nightly, Dusk
Towne Center Drive, South Jordan

Luminaria Christmas Light Show Best
Enchanting Walk Through Ashton Gardens
January 1-6, 2024, M-S, Multiple Times
Thanksgiving Point, Lehi

Utah Holiday Events 2023
Utah City Sponsored Tree Lightings
Check Out Your Favorite Cities
City Event Holiday Calendar Listings

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Christmas Light Tour
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Park City Area

Holiday Lights Wagon Ride
Holiday Lights Wagon Ride at Jordanelle
December 31, 2023, Th-Sn, Multiple Times
Jordanelle, Park City Area

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Adding New Events & Moving Forward

Provo Utah County Area

Spanish Forks Festival of Lights
Drive-Through Light Display
December 31, 2023–January 1, 2024, Nightly, 6–10 pm
Canyon View Park, Spanish Fork

Orem Holiday Lights On Holiday Lights!
100,000 Lights in The Orchard
December 31, 2023, Nightly, 5— 11 pm
The Orchard, University Place, Orem

Salem City Pond Town Christmas  Free
December 31–January 1, 2024, 5:30–11 pm
Salem City Pond, Utah County

Christmas at The Riverwoods Ho Ho
Holiday Lights & Boutiques
December 31, 2023, M-S, Multiple Times
The Shops At Riverwoods, Provo

Luminaria Christmas Light Show Best
Enchanting Walk Through Ashton Gardens
January 1-6, 2024, M-S, Multiple Times
Thanksgiving Point, Lehi

Utah Holiday Events 2023
Utah City Sponsored Tree Lightings
Check Out Your Favorite Cities
City Event Holiday Calendar Listings

Ogden North Salt Lake Area

Ogden Christmas Village
December 31–January 1, 2024, Nightly, 5 pm–Midnight
27th Street Washington Blvd, Ogden

Layton City ‘Lights Before Christmas’
December 31, 2023, Nightly, 5–11 pm
Layton Commons Park, Layton

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Adding New Events & Moving Forward

Utah Holiday Events 2023
Utah City Sponsored Tree Lightings
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Christmas Light Tour
Utah Christmas Light Exhibits

Logan Cache Valley Area

Holiday Sleigh Rides On The Farm Romantic
Beautiful Cache Valley
December 30, 2023, 10 am–5 pm
American West Heritage Center

Zootah Zoo Lights
December 30, 2023, Th-S, 4:30–8 pm
Zootah, Willow Park, Logan

Utah Resident Christmas Displays

Christmas Past

Orem Holiday Lighting Event Holiday Lights!
100,000 Lights in The Orchard, DJ Christmas Music
November 10, 2023, 6 pm
The Orchard, University Place, Orem

Holiday Tunnel Drive-Thru Light Show
Nov 15–Dec 30, 2021, 6 pm–Midnight
The Shops at Southtown, Sandy

Lights On at the Eccles
Holiday Lights, Art, Treats & Music
November 20, 2023, 5:30–7:30 pm
Eccles Theater Grand Lobby, Downtown, Salt Lake

Holiday Electric Light Parade
Christmas Village Lights On
November 25, 2023, Multiple Times
27th Street Washington Blvd, Ogden

Tree Lighting at Valley Fair
Free Hot Chocolate, Holiday Music & Santa Photos
November 25, 2023, 5:30–7:30 pm
Valley Fair Mall, West Valley City

Winter Lights Parade Free
November 25, 2023, 7 pm
Historic Main Street, Spanish Fork

Holladay Tree Lighting Event
Singing, Hot Chocolate & Santa
November 27, 2023, 7–8 pm
City Village Plaza, Holladay

Draper Tree Lighting Ceremony
Pony Rides, Marshmellow Roasting, Santa
November 27, 2023, 6–8 pm
Draper Park, Draper

Herriman’s Night of Lights
Santa and Mrs. Claus, Music, Games, Crafts, Ice Skating
November 27, 2023, 6 pm
Crane Plaza & City Hall, Herriman

Santa’s Arrival in Riverton Free
Scones, Hot Chocolate, Marshmellow Roasting
Cookie Decorating, Crafts & Santa
November 27, 2023, 6:30-8 pm
Riverton City Park

Saratoga Springs Christmas
Christmas Tree Lighting, Crafts, Music & Santa
November 27, 2023, 6 pm
Neptune Park, Saratoga Springs

Herriman’s Night of Lights
Santa and Mrs. Claus, Music, Games, Crafts, Ice Skating
November 27, 2023, 6 pm
Crane Plaza & City Hall, Herriman

Draper Tree Lighting Ceremony
Pony Rides, Marshmellow Roasting, Santa
November 27, 2023, 6–8 pm
Draper Park, Draper

Santa’s Arrival in Riverton Free
Scones, Hot Chocolate, Marshmellow Roasting
Cookie Decorating, Crafts & Santa
November 27, 2023, 6:30-8 pm
Riverton City Park

Taylorsville Tree Lighting Ceremony
Hot Chocolate and Cookies
November 28, 2023, 6:30–7:30 pm
Centennial Plaza, Taylorsville

Christkindlmarkt SLC
Inspired by Famous German Christmas Markets
December 2, 2023, 11 am–8 pm
This Is The Place Heritage Park, Salt Lake

Midvale Light Up Main Street
Tree Lighting, Santa, Smores, Hot Chocolate
December 9, 2023, 6–9 pm
Historic Main Street, Midvale

Holiday Lights and Cocoa Delights
December 20, 2023, 5–7 pm
Murray City Hall, Murray

Candlelight Christmas  Best
December 23, 2023, M-S, 5–9 pm
This Is The Place Heritage Park, Salt Lake

Hogle Zoo ZooLights
Thousands of Lights, Programs & Family Fun
December 30, 2023, W-Sn, 5:30–9 pm
Hogle Zoo, Salt Lake

Holiday Sleigh Rides On The Farm Romantic
Beautiful Cache Valley
December 30, 2023, 10 am–5 pm
American West Heritage Center

Aurora Evermore Park Christmas
Ice Skating, Themed Village Shops, Lights
December 30, 2023, F-S, 6–10 pm
Evermore Park, Pleasant Grove

Zootah Zoo Lights
December 30, 2023, Th-S, 4:30–8 pm
Zootah, Willow Park, Logan

Fun Days 5K Race

Fun Days 5K Race & 1K Kids Race, Murray, Utah

Murray 5K Race & 1K Kids Race

Sanctioned UST&F event that is part of the LDR Road Race circuit. This is one of the most popular races in the State of Utah. Open to all ages both male and female.

The race features good and a great prize drawing. T-shirts are given to each participant. Cash awards are given to the top three finishers in both male and female categories. As well as cash awards to the top three in master divisions for males and females. Awards are given to the top three finishers in each age group both male and female. The kid’s race is a 1/2 mile race with all kids getting an award.

July 4, 2022, 8 am
July (Week 1) Annually

Murray Fun Days 5K Race
Murray Park, Murray