Facility Overview
The Mountain View Corridor Trailhead Parking Lot at 6325 W 5400 S serves as a primary access point for outdoor enthusiasts navigating the extensive multi-use trail running alongside Utah State Route 85 (Mountain View Corridor) in West Valley City. This paved, open-air surface parking facility offers direct, ground-level access to the trail network without the restrictions of a parking garage. Because it is an open-sky asphalt lot, there are no vertical clearance limits, making it exceptionally accommodating for standard passenger cars, pickup trucks, full-size SUVs, tall camper vans, and vehicles equipped with roof racks or rear bicycle carriers.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
Located right off the bustling 5400 South corridor near the Kearns and West Valley City border, this parking facility is ideally situated for recreation, sports, and local community events:
- Mountain View Corridor Trail: Immediate foot and pedal access to over 15 miles of wide, paved, grade-separated asphalt trails ideal for cycling, jogging, rollerblading, and dog walking.
- USANA Amphitheatre (Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre): Located approximately 2.5 miles northwest, offering a convenient staging or meeting spot before major concerts and outdoor music festivals.
- Utah Olympic Oval & Oquirrh Park: Situated approximately 2 miles to the east, home to world-class speed skating, indoor ice rinks, running tracks, and community pool facilities.
- Lodestone Park: A popular regional park featuring large playgrounds, sports courts, and open turf fields located less than two miles away.
- 5400 South Commercial Corridor: Multiple grocery stores, drive-thrus, and casual dining spots line 5400 South within a 3- to 5-minute drive, perfect for post-workout refreshments.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
Drivers can easily access the parking area directly from West 5400 South (State Route 173) or via adjacent frontage lanes connecting to the Mountain View Corridor (SR-85). Egress is simple with clear sightlines onto eastbound and westbound 5400 South. For public transit users, Utah Transit Authority (UTA) bus routes operate along 5400 South, offering connections to the broader Salt Lake Valley transit grid, including regional TRAX light rail stations located further east.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Paved open-air surface stalls with well-marked layout lines.
- Direct grade-level connection to the paved multi-use regional path.
- Designated accessible (ADA) parking spaces with curb ramps.
- Unrestricted vertical clearance accommodating over-height vehicles and bike racks.
- Trash receptacles and trail informational signage at the entrance path.
- Free public parking with no permits, meters, or mobile parking apps required.
Ideal For
- Cyclists, distance runners, and inline skaters embarking on long rides or workouts along the Mountain View Corridor.
- Dog walkers and local families visiting nearby multi-use paths and community recreation facilities.
- Commuters seeking an informal daylight meeting or carpool staging spot along SR-85 and 5400 South.
- Eventgoers looking for daytime parking or staging near western Salt Lake County venues.
Visitor & Driver Tips
Because this lot is a public trailhead, parking is free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis. It is most popular during pleasant weekend mornings and weekday evenings around sunset. While daylight visibility is excellent, users planning early-morning or late-evening trail outings should remember that trail lighting is limited along parts of the corridor, so bringing a headlamp or bike light is highly recommended. Always practice standard vehicle security: lock your car doors and keep all bags, electronics, and valuable items out of sight.
