John R. Moyle was one of Alpine, Utah's original founders. He is a well-known Mormon pioneer who walked 22 miles every Monday morning and then walked the 22 miles back every Friday night to help build the Salt Lake LDS Temple. Even after losing a leg, Moyle remained resolute and continued the walk on a handmade, carved wooden leg. Moyle, who worked as a stonemason, would eventually inscribe the words "Holiness to the Lord" on the east side of the temple and the spiral staircase. This park in Alpine is located at the site of the Moyles' home.
The Moyle family constructed a dugout house and then through time constructed a well insulated home while farming and assisting the building of the Salt Lake Temple. Other structures on the property include the tower built for protection against attacks by the local native American Indians and several cabins that have been moved to the property for preservation and display. Many items, including furniture, tools, and personal items, have been donated.
Each summer, nearly every Tuesday during the summer, the descendants of John Rowe Moyle put on Pioneer Days at the house.
Visitors can learn about Moyle and his family and the first settlers in Alpine. Tours are available by calling 801-830-3502.The home is located at 606 E. 770 North in Alpine.
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June 1, 2015, 1:13 pm
The home is located at 606 E. 770 North in Alpine. 
