Oakley trail expansion links park, neighborhoods along Weber River

A new trail connection of the Weber River Pathway is open to the public. Photo: South Summit Trails

OAKLEY, Utah — A new trail connection along the Weber River in Oakley is now complete, South Summit Trails announced Thursday, marking another step forward in the long-term Weber River Pathway project.

The new segment links the existing Stevens Grove Trail along Millrace Road with Marchant Meadows Park on Woodenshoe Lane, creating a continuous non-motorized route between residential areas and the recently opened park space.

The Weber River Pathway is a multi-phase effort to connect Peoa, Oakley and eventually access points toward the Uinta Mountains through a regional trail corridor.

Officials said the new stretch is suited for hiking, running and horseback riding. Because of spring moisture and river-adjacent soils, trail users are encouraged to wait until the surface is dry to prevent damage.

South Summit Trails thanked Oakley City, Summit Land Conservancy, Doug Evans of the South Summit Trails Foundation, grant partners, donors and community volunteers who contributed to the project.

Additional segments of the Weber River Pathway are expected in future phases.

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