welcome to marchant Meadows preserve
NOTICES: Open to equestrian and bike traffic (September 17th)
Please call our office if you see any cattle on the trails
It is truly beginning to feel like fall out on the meadows. Mornings have been cool and the leaves are starting to change up in the mountains.
Our new equestrian access infrastructure on the opposite side of the river from the parking lot has been completed! This will allow horse traffic to access the trails via the parking lot, and give a place to safely hitch up and saddle up before you ride. For equestrian access to the trails, please use the horse access gates to cross the river via the parking lot.
Trail Status: Please remember to keep dogs on leash while on the trails. More information can be found below for your K9 companions.
Trail status at Marchant Meadows depends on both weather conditions and the property's active grazing schedule. In the spring, much of the property is subject to flooding, and trail use may be limited during that time to protect trail surfaces and keep visitors safe. When cattle are present on the property, gates must remain closed and foot traffic only is permitted, as Marchant Meadows is an active agricultural preserve. Please respect all trail restrictions and closures.
Located in Peoa, Utah, Marchant Meadows Preserve protects 86 acres of historic agricultural land along a vibrant stretch of the Weber River. Once known locally as Three Rivers Ranch and held by the Marchant family for six generations, the property features two branches of the river, lush wetlands, and mature cottonwood groves that support diverse wildlife including migratory birds and a longstanding great blue heron rookery. Acquired and stewarded by the Summit Land Conservancy in 2020 as its first publicly accessible preserve, Marchant Meadows plays a vital role in protecting water quality, habitat, and open space in the Kamas Valley, while offering opportunities for low-impact recreation and connection to the landscape.
Thank you for respecting Marchant Meadows Preserve and for following the Preserve rules during your visit. By keeping dogs leashed, honoring seasonal closures, and not using motorized vehicles on the property, you’re helping protect the wetlands, wildlife, and clean water of the Weber River. Your care makes a real difference in keeping this special place healthy and open for all to enjoy.
The Weber River Pathway is a partnership between Summit Land Conservancy, Oakley City, and South Summit Trails Foundation, and other partners. The goal of the project is to connect trail along the Weber River in the Oakley area, protect the land above the bank for recreation, and preserve the agricultural heritage and scenic value of the Kamas Valley.
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