Cascade Springs
A large artesian spring with naturally terraced cascades and pools. Over seven million gallons of water flow through the springs each day. Many species of plants grow in and around the water, as well as in the surrounding uplands. Easy boardwalk trails, benches and bridges allow viewing the area and its attractions, including good sightings of trout. Some trails are handicap accessible. Interpretive signs add to the experience. Restrooms are available.
General Information
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6:00 am to Dusk
- No swimming or wading in the water.
- No picnicking by the springs.
- Fishing is not permitted at the springs.
- Dogs are not allowed in the springs, must be leashed at all times, please pack out their waste.
This may not be inclusive for all rules and regulations for this site. Adhere to any posted regulations on site.
Recreation Fee Site: Pass Required
Day Use: $10/ Vehicle/ 3-Day; $20/ Vehicle/ 7-Day; $60/ Vehicle/Year
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We honor all Interagency "America the Beautiful" National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Passes, and Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest Passes.
Please have your pass on display while parked.
Address: 390 North 100 East Pleasant Grove, UT 84062
Phone: (801) 785-3563
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: sm.fs.uwc_info@usda.gov
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 40.45838
Longitude: -111.548679
Directions
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4X4 from Midway, take the Cummings Parkway dirt road through Wasatch- Mountain State Park over the ridge.
From US Hwy 189 Charleston, turn left on State Route 113 S. Center St. turn left on Tate Lane, right on Stringtown Rd, left on Cascade Springs Dr/State Route 114. This road is now paved.
To make the loop through Provo Canyon, take the paved road west from the springs to Utah Highway 92. Take this road left past Sundance to Provo Canyon, US Hwy 189. Turn left on US Hwy 189 and follow it back to Heber City.
Travel Considerations
Road has seasonal closures to automobiles. If your map app tries to take on Little Deer Creek Rd from US Hwy 189 this is not accessible by car/truck.
Parking
Asphalt
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Recreation Opportunities
Viewing Plants Info
- Cascade Springs: Located within the American Fork Recreation Fee Area, over seven million gallons of water flow through this artesian spring each day. Boardwalks and trails make viewing easy within this riparian oasis.
Viewing Wildlife Info
Moose, American Dipper, Cassin's Finch, Steller Jay, and Red-Tailed Hawks frequent the Cascade Springs area.
You are also in Black Bear Country.
