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Cascade
Springs
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To American
Fork Canyon Hiking Trails
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Cascade Springs is a must see for those heading over American Fork
canyon on the Alpine Scenic Loop. The springs are fed by
precipitation from the mountains above. 7 million gallons of water a
day reach the surface of impermeable rock, and flow out to feed the
springs. 
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There
are two paths that lead from the parking area. One is mildly steep while
the other offers a more gentle slope. There is a combination of paved and
wood paths that allow visitors to explore beautiful water falls and
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There
are three 15 min loops that surround the springs major flow areas.
So if you are interested in seeing the entire area allow approximately 45
min to complete. The larger ponds are shallow and clear which make
it easy to see the native cutthroat trout swimming in the reeds. 
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And More Information
To
get to Cascade Springs take the Alpine Scenic Loop up American Fork
canyon. There is a $3.00 dollar use fee to access the canyon. From the
summit of the Alpine Scenic Loop you will come to a turn off that will be
marked Cascade Springs. A word of caution. The Alpine Scenic Loop road is
very narrow. It is not recommend to take vehicles longer then 30 feet.
There are some switch backs that are quit tight and you may experience
problems. Handicap
Accessible
The
lower trails at Cascade Springs are wheel chair accessible. The upper
trails are more steep, and require climbing of some stairs.
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