Liberty Park offers 3 different loops. The paved Multi-use Path is one-way moving counterclockwise, and has both slow and fast lanes.

This makes the Multi-use Path ideal for walking, jogging, and skating for a variety of users at different speeds.

Why are users required to travel counter-clockwise?

When everyone is moving in the same direction, faster users can pass slower users with less friction. The one-way design helps to prevent head-on encounters by pointing all high speed users in the same direction. Slower users can predict that faster users will be approaching from behind and on the left.

Why are dogs required to be on a 6′ leash?

Salt Lake City ordinance states that all dogs are required to be on a leash no greater than 6′ in City parks, unless in a designated off-leash area. Using a leash no longer than 6′ prevents your dog from unexpectedly crossing into the path of a bicyclist or skater. Multi-use path users should pay particular attention to the length of their leash to keep their pets and other users safe.

Why is the pathway separated for slow and fast users?

The likelihood of a collision is lower when users at different speeds have their own lanes. Users traveling at a slower pace can feel confident knowing that faster users aren’t approaching them directly from behind. Users traveling at faster speeds can feel comfortable knowing they will not have to swerve to avoid slower users that unexpectedly stop or turn. By sharing the pathway all users will take part in creating a safer environment.

Why is there a limit of two side by side users?

Even with the separation of slow and fast users each person will be traveling at their own speed. In order to allow users to safely pass it is important they have sufficient space to do so. By limiting the number of side by side users to two those who wish to slow down or speed up can easily do so while staying on the path.