Cascade Springs Utah

As you travel along the Alpine Scenic Loop in Utah and head up American Fork Canyon, be sure to take the time to visit the area known as Cascade Springs. The area is accessible via a maze of boardwalks and paths that allow the visitor to explore the entire area. The interpretive signs located along the pathways provide information concerning the water cycle.

Over 7,000,000 gallons of water a day emerge from the ground at Cascade Springs, Utah. The water cascades over travertine ledges and splashes into dark pools, eventually making its way to Provo Deer Creek. This is a great place to take a break from the car and enjoy the cold water pools filled with lazy trout. You can rejuvenate as you take your time to leisurely walk along the boardwalks and pathways, watch the fish and read the interpretive signs along the way.

There are benches along the way for resting and/or quiet contemplation. Due to the mazelike configuration of the pathways, you can make various choices for your route. Two paths lead from the parking area, one of which is a gentle slope and the other is steeper. The lower trails at Cascade Springs are wheel chair accessible, but the upper portions of the pathways are steeper and require climbing stairs.

There is a $6.00 fee (for a 3-day recreation pass; there are also numerous other pass options available) to access American Fork Canyon, but the time you spend at Cascade Springs is well worth it!

US Forest Service
Wasatch-Cache National Forest
8236 Federal Building
125 S. State Street
Salt Lake City, UT 84138
(801) 236-3400