Cherry Ridge Bike Parks Springville Utah

by Lori Collins

The Cherry Ridge system is split into two distinct areas, often referred to as the Lower Park (Cherry Ridge) and the Upper Park (Spring Canyon/Canyon Trails).

1. The Lower Park: Skills and Flow

Located at 1925 East 400 South, the lower portion of the park was designed as the "entry point" for riders of all ages.

The Kids' Bike Playground: A safe, enclosed space with small wooden features and gentle rollers for toddlers and beginners.
The Asphalt Pump Track: A world-class hard-surface track (designed by Better Bike Parks) that allows riders to gain speed through "pumping" rather than pedaling.
The History: This land was originally known as Cherrington Park. In September 2022, the City Council officially renamed it "Cherry Ridge" to honor the agricultural history of the area, which was once dominated by cherry orchards.

2. The Upper Park: The Spring Canyon Trails

About a quarter-mile up the hill lies the "Upper" section, situated in Spring Canyon. This area is more rugged and catered toward intermediate to expert mountain bikers.

The DH Lines: It features three primary downhill (DH) tracks: a Dual Slalom course for side-by-side racing, an Intermediate Jump Line, and an Expert Flow trail with technical rock gardens and wooden wall rides.
The Climb: A dedicated 0.2-mile climbing trail allows riders to pedal back to the top without interfering with downhill traffic.

A Brief History of Development

The road to opening Cherry Ridge was a "long journey," as described by Springville Parks and Recreation.

2020–2022: The Design Phase: The city worked for over two years on concepts, navigating challenges like the installation of a massive three-million-gallon water tank on the park site, which temporarily delayed construction.
2023: The "Soft" Launch: While the lower park was still being graded, the canyon trails in the upper section became usable. However, they faced early setbacks when spring water runoff from the new water tank damaged parts of the flow trails.
August 5, 2024: The Grand Opening: Springville officially celebrated the completion of the park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. It was a milestone for the city, funded largely by impact fees and a Utah Outdoor Recreation Grant (UORG).
2025: Award-Winning Status: Shortly after opening, the park was recognized at the state level, winning the "Outstanding Facility Across the State" award from the Utah Recreation and Parks Association.

Preserving the "Art City" Spirit

One of the most unique aspects of the park’s history is the collaboration. The Hobble Creek Bicycle Association (HCBA) played a vital role in fundraising and volunteer labor, ensuring the trails were built by riders, for riders.

By repurposing the old Spring Canyon Road into a non-motorized path and connecting the park to the Bonneville Shoreline Trail (BST), Springville has created a seamless link between urban life and the wild mountain landscape.