Jordan Valley

Unless you work at Jordan Valley Hospital I can't find any reason to be here.  Grafitti on white vinyl fences and nothing else for 2 miles.  The closest point of interest is another TRAX stop.



I walked for 2 miles and found Hot Dog On A Stick.

It is hard to tell how busy this stop is on a weekday.  Cars are parked in the streets and the parking garages are empty (they charge for parking).  Perhaps if UTA allowed free parking in their otherwise unused new structures more commuters would take the train.

4773 W Old Bingham Highway

This is the first of 4 stops west of Bangerter Highway.  This station is roughly 1.2 miles from the nearest retail area which includes a Smith's grocery store, a Wendy's, McDonalds, Subway and Little Caesars Pizza.  To take advantage of the sidewalks you'll have to cross Old Bingham Highway.  There aren't any marked pedestrian crosswalks.  Also there is no sidewalk for a portion of the walk.

5651 W Old Bingham Highway

Maybe this station will get a real name when there is more development around the area.  Currently there are no shopping or dining experiences to be had.  Enjoy the views of the copper mine.

South Jordan Parkway

The South Jordan Parkway station is about 1.75 miles from Oquirrh Lake.  So bring your bike and explore the trails that circle the lake.  Or ride from the north side to the south side and stop at Soda Row for dinner or drinks, then board the train at the Daybreak Parkway station to return home.







While at the station take note of the "flying" art formation.  There are 10 unique sheet-metal angels(?) that swivel with the direction of the wind.  There is interesting artwork on many TRAX platforms, something to watch for when you aren't in a rush.


Sailing on Oquirrh Lake. There is also a playground
and a beach on the lake if you like to bring children.

Daybreak Parkway

Daybreak Parkway is one of two stations in the Daybreak master-planned community.  This station is also the end of the Red Line.  A walk of .8 miles takes you to a retail center called Soda Row.  Here you will find a restaurant, bakery, gelato shop and a sports bar:

Tio's Mexican Restaurant
I haven't eaten here yet.  I'll update this post when I can tell you more about it.  According to their sign they are closed on Sundays so plan accordingly.

Swirly Girls Gourmet Bakery
Baked goods and sandwiches.  They even have a small selection of gluten-free items.  Closed Sundays.

Cafe Bella Rue (formerly San Gelato Cafe)
Sandwiches, pizza, calzone and delicious gelato.  Most gelato flavors are gluten-free.  Closed Sundays.

The Break Sports Grill
Great place for a cold draft beer.  Indoor and patio seating.  Family friendly, and open on Sundays!



Pinyon fire above Herriman seen from the
Daybreak Parkway TRAX station.


When walking to Soda Row from the Trax station, take the asphalt paved path from the light (Duckhorn Rd) just south-east of the station toward the apartment complex.  When you arrive at the road (Lake Run Rd) turn toward Daybreak Parkway so you can take advantage of the afternoon shade of the apartment buildings.

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