Temple Rock Quarry

If you are looking for a stunning location for your pictures with natural elements that you can’t find anywhere else, then definitely consider photography at Temple Rock Quarry in Sandy, Utah.  

As you arrive, you will immediately notice that oak trees abound with little paths going this way or that, beckoning you to explore.  As you move deeper into Temple Rock Quarry, you will find the beauty of a dry riverbed lined with granite rocks and boulders giving a perfect background for photography.  However, keep in mind, that during the spring run-off, this transforms from a dry river bed to a raging river.  So plan accordingly.  

Tall grasses, pine trees and stunning views of the mountain make photography at Temple Rock Quarry a good idea.  Located at the mouth of Little Cottonwood Canyon in Sandy, Utah, Temple Rock Quarry is named because of the LDS pioneers who quarried granite stone for the Salt Lake LDS temple in downtown Salt Lake City.  Thus, expect to see large boulders of granite with chisel and hammer marks that remain from faithful workers a century ago.

There is a small parking lot, but if that is full, across Little Cottonwood Canyon Road, you will find a park-and-ride lot for those heading up the canyon.  Feel free to park there, but be very cautious when crossing the road.  It can be very dangerous.

Address for Temple Rock Quarry

Address: 4371 E Little Cottonwood Rd., Sandy, UT 84092  Meet in the parking lot.  If lot is full, there is a park n’ ride bus lot across the street.