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East Canyon Park playground

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City park

East Canyon Park (Ann J. Gardner Park)

Playground, pavilion, and Coal Creek access at the mouth of the canyon — a true in-town outing.

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Getting there

About the drive

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What you do

Catalog facts

Distance: Starts in Cedar City
Typical duration: 30–90 min
Difficulty: easy
Location: East Canyon Park (Ann J. Gardner Park) · Cedar City · Southern Utah · Utah · United States
Fee / access: No entrance fee listed
Fee notes: No entrance fee listed for this public park or path. Confirm posted hours and any pavilion reservation fees.
Vehicle: No vehicle required.
Surface / trail: City streets and paved paths.
Parking: East Canyon Park lot. City park parking off Center Street.
Water on route: Drinking water is listed on or near the outing.
Shade: Mixed shade
Cell service: Typically reliable cell service in town
Family / kids: Listed as suitable for kids. Confirm for your group.
Accessibility: City park with playground, restrooms, pavilion, and benches. Path access to the Coal Creek Trail. Surface and restroom status still need a look.
Pets: Leash rules are posted by the city. Verify current pet rules before you go.
Permit: No permit listed as required. Confirm current rules before you go.
Land manager: Cedar City Parks and Outdoor Facilities
Season: Year-round. Paths may be icy after storms.
Catalog checked: 2026-09-19

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