Phase I of Thaynes Canyon Pathway Project breaks ground

PARK CITY, Utah — This week, Park City celebrated the groundbreaking of Phase I of the Thaynes Canyon Pathway Project, aimed at creating safer, more accessible pedestrian and cycling routes through the Thaynes Neighborhood. Once fully complete, the project will feature approximately one-third of a mile of new pathway and sidewalk infrastructure, including dedicated and buffered spaces for walkers and cyclists.

Over 80% of Phase I’s funding is secured through grants, easing the financial burden on the city and expediting development. In 2019, Park City received funding from UDOT to prioritize biking and walking improvements in the Thaynes Canyon and Three Kings area. More recently, Summit County provided additional funding to ensure continued progress into future phases.

Phase I centers on two main corridors: Thaynes Canyon Drive, stretching from Three Kings Drive to SR-224, and Snow Creek Drive, extending from SR-224 to the McLeod Trailhead. The upgrades include the addition of a pathway along Thaynes Canyon Drive and new sidewalks on Snow Creek Drive, facilitating safer and more efficient access to both the Farm and McLeod Trails. In response to community concerns, traffic calming measures are being introduced along Thaynes Canyon Drive to reduce speeding, although no additional parking spaces will be provided.

The design for Phase I is slated for completion this winter, with construction scheduled to begin in the spring of 2025 and conclude in the fall of the same year. Renderings of the completed pathways showcase a thoughtfully designed corridor that prioritizes pedestrian and cyclist safety while enhancing connectivity within the neighborhood.

The completion of Phase I sets the stage for further enhancements in the Thaynes Canyon area. Buoyed by recent funding from Summit County, city planners have initiated studies for the next phase of the project. Phase II is expected to focus on extending pathways to the resort area by constructing a shared-use path along Three Kings Drive. Planning for this next step will begin at the end of winter, with construction targeted for spring 2026 and an anticipated wrap-up by the fall of the same year.

With its commitment to sustainable and safe transportation solutions, Park City is making great strides toward a more connected and community-friendly infrastructure. The Thaynes Pathway Project stands as a testament to the city’s dedication to active transportation, environmental stewardship, and thoughtful urban planning.