• Dead Horse Point State Park (located in Southeastern Utah near Moab) • Antelope Island State Park (located next to the Great Salt Lake) • Goblin Valley State Park (located in East-Central Utah near Green River) • Snow Canyon State Park (located in Southern Utah near Ivins) • Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park (located in Southern Utah just east of Kanab) • Sand Hollow State Park (located in Southern Utah in Hurricane) • Bear Lake State Park (located on Utah’s northern-most corner on the Idaho border) • Goosenecks State Park (located near Utah’s Southeastern corner) • Kodachrome Basin State Park (located in Southern Utah 20 miles southeast of Bryce Canyon National Park) • Escalante Petrified Forest State Park (located in Southern Utah 50 miles east of Bryce Canyon) • Great Salt Lake State Park (located in Northern Utah near Salt Lake City) • Quail Creek State Park (located in Southern Utah 9 miles west of Hurricane) • Gunlock State Park (located in Southern Utah 15 miles northwest of St George) • Fremont Indian State Park (located in South-central Utah just east of Cove Fort) • Jordanelle State Park (located in Northern Utah just north of Heber City) • Red Fleet State Park (located in Northern Utah 10 miles north of Vernal) • Wasatch Mountain State Park (located in Northern Utah near the city of Midway) • Utah Lake State Park (located in Northern Utah in the Provo/Orem area) • Deer Creek State Park (located in Northern Utah just south of Heber City) • Green River State Park (located in East-Central Utah in the city of Green River) • Yuba State Park (located in Central Utah, about 25 miles south of Nephi) • East Canyon State Park (located in Northern Utah just northeast of Salt Lake City) • Otter Creek State Park (located in Southern Utah 75 miles east of Beaver) • Willard Bay State Park (located in Northern Utah just north of Ogden) • Rockport State Park (located in Northern Utah just east of Salt Lake City) • Starvation State Park (located in Northeastern Utah 4 miles from Duchesne) • Hyrum State Park (located in Northern Utah just south of Logan) • Huntington State Park (located in Central Utah just south of Price) • Steinaker State Park (located in Northeastern Utah near Roosevelt) • Millsite State Park (located in Central Utah on the eastern border of the Manti La-Sal National Forest) • Scofield State Park (located in Central Utah between Spanish Fork and Price) • Piute State Park (located in Southern Utah east of Beaver in Junction) • Palisade State Park (located in Central Utah just south of Manti) • Echo State Park (located in Northern Utah 25 miles north of Park City)
An immense desert landscape of canyons, high desert woodland, and miles of trails invite visitors to explore Dead Horse Point State Park. The park has wonderful campgrounds with modern amenities, beautiful views, and connections to nature that will create long-lasting memories. Sunrises and sunsets are especially memorable, with canyon walls bathed in golden light, creating a stunning scene reminiscent of vivid watercolor paintings. Dark Skies filled with thousands of stars encourage travelers to look up and enjoy a view unparalleled while they visit the park. So plan your trip and be prepared to be awed by the stories you’ll make and remember for the rest of your life! Millions of years of geologic activity created the spectacular views from Dead Horse Point State Park. Deposition of sediments by ancient oceans, freshwater lakes, streams, and wind-blown sand dunes created the rock layers of canyon country. Igneous activity formed the high mountains that rise like cool blue islands out of the hot, dry desert. The plants and animals of Dead Horse Point have adapted to a land of scarce water and extreme temperatures. Plants grow very slowly here. Trees 15 feet tall may be hundreds of years old. The leaves of most plants are small and some have a waxy coating to reduce evaporation. Dead Horse Point is a peninsula of rock atop sheer sandstone cliffs. The peninsula is connected to the mesa by a narrow strip of land called the neck. There are many stories about how this high promontory of land received its name. According to one legend, around the turn of the century, the point was used as a corral for wild mustangs roaming the mesa top. Cowboys rounded up these horses, herded them across the narrow neck of land and onto the point. The neck, which is only 30 yards wide, was then fenced off with branches and brush. This created a natural corral surrounded by precipitous cliffs straight down on all sides, affording no escape. Cowboys then chose the horses they wanted and let the culls or broomtails go free. One time, for some unknown reason, horses were left corralled on the waterless point where they died of thirst within view of the Colorado River, 2,000 feet below.
Hike, mountain bike or horseback ride the park’s backcountry trails for spectacular views of lake and island scenery; spend a star-filled night in one of several primitive campsites; stroll along sandy beaches and take a dip in the lake’s salty waters or step back in time with a visit to the historic Fielding Garr Ranch. Antelope Island is home to free-ranging bison, mule deer, bighorn sheep, antelope, and many other desert animals. Millions of birds congregate along the shores surrounding the island, offering unparalleled opportunities for birding. Year-round Interpretive opportunities round out the Antelope Island experience. Visitors to Antelope Island State Park drive across the causeway, a narrow two-lane road spanning from mainland to island, leaving the bustle of the Wasatch Front for a refuge of rangelands floating on a desert sea. Visitors want to hike, bike and look for wildlife, as well as experience the best place to access Great Salt Lake. Be sure to visit the Fielding Garr Ranch located on the southeast side of the island. The Fielding Garr Ranch House is distinctive for two reasons: first, it is the oldest continually inhabited Anglo home in the state of Utah (from 1848 to 1981 when the island became a state park), and second, it is the oldest Anglo built house in Utah still on its original foundation.
Journey to this strange and colorful valley, which is unlike any other in Utah. The landscape, covered with sandstone goblins and formations is often compared to Mars. Explore the geology, and camp among the nooks and gnomes. Cowboys searching for cattle first discovered secluded Goblin Valley. Then in the late 1920s, Arthur Chaffin, owner/operator of the Hite Ferry, and two companions were searching for an alternative route between Green River and Caineville. They came to a vantage point about a mile west of Goblin Valley and were awed by what they saw, five buttes and a valley of strange-shaped rock formations surrounded by a wall of eroded cliffs. In 1949, Chaffinn returned to the area he called Mushroom Valley. He spent several days exploring the mysterious valley and photographing its scores of intricately eroded creatures. The area was acquired by the state of Utah and in 1964 was officially designated a state park. Goblin Valley State Park is a showcase of geologic history. Exposed cliffs reveal parallel layers of rock bared by erosion. Due to the uneven hardness of sandstone, some patches resist erosion much better than others. The softer material is removed by wind and water, leaving thousands of unique, geologic goblins. Water erosion and the smoothing action of windblown dust work together to shape the goblins. Bedrock is exposed because of the thin soil and lack of vegetation. When rain does fall, there are few plant roots and little soil to capture and hold the water, which quickly disappears, in muddy streams without penetrating the bedrock.
Explore the trails and dunes of beautiful Snow Canyon on foot, bike, and horseback. Camp in the peaceful campground surrounded by ancient lava flows and red Navajo sandstone. Discover the secrets of the desert landscape through seasonal nature programs. Snow Canyon State Park is a 7,400-acre scenic park quietly tucked amid lava flows and soaring sandstone cliffs in a strikingly colorful and fragile desert environment. Majestic views and the subtle interplay of light, shadow, and color dancing across canyon walls evoke strong emotional responses from visitors. Located in the 62,000 acre Red Cliffs Desert Reserve, established to protect the federally listed desert tortoise and itshabitat, the park offers opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages. Activities include hiking, nature studies, wildlife viewing, photography, camping, ranger talks, and junior ranger programs. There are more than 38 miles of hiking trails, a three-mile paved walking/biking trail, and over 15 miles of equestrian trails.
Venture onto a shifting sea of red sand. Changed by winds, these mountains and hills of sand can move as much as 50 feet per year. With areas for off-highway vehicle enthusiasts and those with non-motorized pursuits, the dunes offer adventures for all. The geology of the sand dunes is an intriguing subject. The sand comes from Navajo sandstone from the geologic period called Middle Jurassic. The same iron oxides and minerals that give us spectacular red rock country are responsible for this landscape of coral pink sand. Sand dunes are created by three factors: Sand, high winds, and a unique influence upon the wind. The notch between the Moquith and Moccasin mountains causes this unique influence. The wind is funneled through the notch, thereby increasing wind velocity to a point where it can carry sand grains from the eroding Navajo sandstone. This phenomenon is known as the Venturi effect. Once the wind passes through the notch and into the open valley, the wind velocity decreases, causing the sand to be deposited. These dunes are estimated at 10,000 to 15,000 years old. Coral Pink Sand Dunes support a diverse population of insects, including the Coral Pink tiger beetle that is found only here. Melting snow sometimes creates small ponds in the dunes that support amphibians such as salamanders and toads. The park is also a popular destination for ATV riders. About 90% of the dunes are open for riding, but all of the dunes are open for hiking and just playing in the sand.
With its warm, blue waters and red sandstone landscape, one of Utah’s newer state parks is also one of its most popular. Boat, fish, and dive at Sand Hollow Reservoir, explore and ride the dunes of Sand Mountain on an off-highway vehicle, then RV or tent camp in a campground or the beach. The sprawling 20,000-acre park, which rests mostly on USDI Bureau of Land Management (BLM) land, rivals Utah’s two largest state parks – Wasatch Mountain and Antelope Island. Sand Hollow already one of the most visited destinations in the Utah State Park system, with recreation opportunities for nearly every user from boaters to bikers, and OHV riders to equestrians. A favorite destination for local off-highway vehicle (OHV) enthusiasts, Sand Mountain provides 15,000 acres of perfectly sculpted dunes. The red sand is an incredible backdrop for Sand Hollow reservoir. At nearly twice the size of the nearby Quail Creek Reservoir, Sand Hollow offers boating and other water recreation in a spectacular setting.
Brilliantly blue waters combined with sandy beaches are what call park visitors to play, fish, boat, and camp here at Bear Lake State Park. Minerals (calcium carbonate) suspended in the lake’s waters are what help create its spectacular aqua-blue color. Located in the beautiful Bear Lake Valley in Rich County, there are three distinct recreation areas: Marina, Rendezvous Beach, and the Eastside, which offer a variety of recreational opportunities. Whether you plan on spending a day, weekend, or more, Bear Lake offers some of the best picnicking, camping, boating, fishing, or hiking that you will find in the great state of Utah. Bear Lake was formed 28,000 years ago by earthquake activity. At an elevation of 5,923 feet, Bear Lake was called Black Bea Lake. Donald Mackenzie, an explorer for the North West Fur Company who discovered it in 1819 while scouting for fur-bearing animals. The name was later changed to Bear Lake.
On the edge of a deep canyon above the sinuous river meander known as a gooseneck, this small park affords impressive views of one of the most striking examples of an entrenched river meander on the North American continent. The San Juan River twists and turns through and flowing a distance of over six miles while advancing one and a half miles west on its way to Lake Powell. Gaze at the results of 300 million years of geological activity, where the San Juan River winds and carves its way through the desert 1,000 feet below. Millions of years ago, the land here was relatively flat, and the river meandered on its course. Then a period of uplift occurred on the Colorado Plateau. As the land rose, the river flowed faster while still following its meandering course. The river cut into the land, eventually creating the impressive entrenched meanders seen at Goosenecks State Park today. Eroded by water, wind, frost, and gravity, this is truly a magnificent viewpoint.
67 monolithic stone spires, called sedimentary pipes, accentuate multi-hued sandstone layers that reveal 180 million years of geologic time. The color and beauty found here prompted a National Geographic Society expedition to name the area Kodachrome, after the popular color film. As soon as you see it, you will know that the name fits perfectly. Kodachrome Basin State Park, with its red-tinged rock formations and incredible blue skies, just begs to be photographed. The National Geographic Society came up with the name, and everyone agreed with it. Towering monolithic spires or chimneys jut up from the valley floor or protrude from the sandstone rocks that surround the campground and inspire an infinite array of subjects limited only by one’s imagination. This color and contrast prompted the National Geographic Society in 1949, with consent from Kodak Film Corp., to name the park Kodachrome. In addition to hiking, horseback riding (guided horseback rides are available at the park with Red Canyon Trail Rides, see amenities), and mountain biking in the park, visitors should plan to visit the nearby Grosvenor Arch. This intricate double arch, located just 10 miles southeast of the park, is one of the most impressive in the state.
The Escalante Petrified Forest State Park is a place of history, adventure, and exploration. The history of the park dates back to the dinosaurs, as indicated by fossilized bones over 150 million years old. The park is part of the Morrison Formation, a sequence of mudstone, sandstone, siltstone, and limestone-sedimentary rock layers found in the western United States found to produce the most dinosaur fossils in North America. The petrified wood you find at Escalante Petrified Forest State Park looks like a multicolored rainbow with red, yellow, white, and black as prominent colors. Petrified logs are thought to be from conifer trees transported by a river before being buried and fossilized by volcanic and metamorphic rocks. Fossilized rocks are of an agate form consisting of chalcedony and quartz. Camp along the shores of Wide Hollow Reservoir, swim or rent a kayak or paddleboard to play and explore on its clear waters. Hike along park nature trails through a petrified forest, but remember to take only photographs. Some say the petrified wood is haunted and removing a piece brings the taker nothing but bad luck. This area was the home of the ancient Anazazi and Fremont Indians, and has a very dramatic and beautiful landscape. The park is well kept & has good parking. There are trails to see petrified trees although they are quite strenuous. It is worth the hike as it reveals beautiful scenery as well as exhibits of petrified trees. The rainbow hues of large petrified trees, which have turned completely into stone during the last 225 million years.
The Great Salt Lake State Park is definitely worth a stop for a quick dip. The vistas are incredible and it was fun to float in the extremely salty water! The ocean generally contains approx 4% salt, Salt Lake contains between 11%-25% salt depending on which part, so you just float! The best place to swim or float in the lake is at Antelope Island State Park, where white sand beaches provide easy access to the lake. The Great Salt Lake is vast and shallow: 75 miles long and 35 miles wide at its widest point. Its average depth is 14 feet. It's deepest point is 34 feet. Activites in the park include walking along the beach, swimming, boating, birding, kayaking, and simply taking in the sweeping views of the lake.
Boasting some of the warmest waters in the state and a mild winter climate, Quail Creek lures boaters and anglers year-round. Quail Creek State Park welcomes day-trippers and overnighters to boat, camp, fish or paddleboard at Quail Creek Reservoir. The reservoir has some of the warmest waters in the state and attracts visitors year-round with the mild winter climate surrounding the St George and Hurricane area. This sunny, high-desert locale has views of the tranquil reservoir amongst red rock cliffs.
Boat, fish, and swim on the tranquil waters at Gunlock Reservoir, or enjoy an afternoon picnic on the beach. Warm waters during summer and a mild winter climate make the park a year-round destination. Gunlock State Park is hidden in South Western Utah as an escape from the busy world. It’s red rocks, magical seasonal waterfalls, and sparkling waters make this a unique destination. Five primitive campsites overlook the reservoir and beach camping is also available. Gunlock State Park is best to visit in the spring when the reservoir overflows its banks causing and amazing series of waterfalls. In fact, Gunlock Falls is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the state, but it can only be visited during Spring runoff.
Fremont Indian State Park and Museum was established to preserve a treasury of rock art and archaeological sites. The museum visitor center offers a video program introducing visitors to the Fremont Indians. Discover artifacts, petroglyphs, and pictographs left behind by the Fremont Indians. During the construction of Interstate 70, the largest known Fremont Indian village was uncovered. This museum preserves treasures from the site, including pottery, baskets, and arrowheads. Spend a day at the museum, take a hike on the trails, and then camp at nearby Castle Rock Campground or Sam Stowe Campground.
Welcome to Jordanelle State Park. Located above the beautiful Heber Valley in Wasatch County and along the shores of the Jordanelle Reservoir are three distinct recreation areas, Hailstone, Rock Cliff, and Ross Creek, which offer a variety of recreational opportunities. Whether you plan on spending a day, weekend, or more, Jordanelle offers some of the best picnicking, camping, boating, fishing, or hiking that you will find in the great state of Utah. Jordanelle Reservoir is filled by the Provo River and along with Deer Creek Reservoir helps provide water to users in Wasatch, Utah, and Salt Lake Counties. Jordanelle State Park is just minutes away from some of the best attractions and sites that Utah has to offer. Whether you want to ski, shop, take in a movie during the world-famous Sundance Film Festival, or visit some of the historic venues of the 2002 Salt Lake City Olympics this is the place for you. We are located only a few miles from Park City. Looking to take a scenic drive or maybe some snowmobiling? The Mirror Lake Highway is also just a short drive away.
Hike to 200-million-year-old dinosaur tracks, boat and fish on Red Fleet Reservoir, and camp or picnic in a campground overlooking a sandstone and desert landscape. In the heart of Dinosaurland, Red Fleet is a destination in itself and a great location for discovery of the area. Dinosaurs inhabited the land in and around present-day Vernal. Red Fleet State Park is home to numerous dinosaur tracks. These tracks are believed to be more than 200 million years old. Paleontologists can tell from these tracks preserved in Nugget Sandstone that the dinosaurs were three-toed (tridactyl) and walked on two legs (bipedal). The tracks range from 3 to 17 inches. The second site of about 40 dinosaur tracks of 4 to 5 inches, in the more recent Carmel Formation, has been found in the area, however, the species has not yet been identified. The tracks can be reached by hiking a 1.5-mile trail that is somewhat strenuous because of its several uphill and downhill sections. The best viewing times of the tracks are early morning or late afternoon. The tracks are somewhat difficult to see when the sun is directly overhead.
Enjoy Wasatch Mountain State Park year-round. Camp in the Pine Creek Campground, reserve a tee time at one of the four popular 18-hole golf courses or hike, bike, ATV or horseback ride on miles of mountain trails. In winter months, ski, snowshoe or snowmobile through the alpine terrain. Wasatch Mountain State Park is a nearly 23,000-acre preserve. The park provides year-round recreation, including camping, picnicking, hiking, mountain biking, golf, off-highway vehicle and horseback riding. Park facilities include 122 camping/picnicking areas, modern restrooms, hot showers and utility hookups, 2 cabins, and five overnight group areas. The primitive Little Deer Creek campground offers 16 small tent/trail sites and a group site limited to a maximum of 25 people. Little Deer Creek is popular for off road enthusiasts.
Utah Lake is unique in that it is one of the largest freshwater lakes in the West and yet it lies in an arid area that receives only about 15 inches of rainfall a year. The mouth of the Provo River, where it empties into Utah Lake, was undoubtedly a very popular camping place for the early inhabitants of Utah Valley. Known as Utah’s largest freshwater lake at roughly 148 square miles. Utah Lake provides a variety of recreation activities. Utah Lake State Park offers fishing access for channel catfish, walleye, white bass, black bass, and several species of panfish. With an average water temperature of 75 degrees, Utah Lake provides an excellent outlet for swimming, boating, and paddleboarding. The RV campground consists of 31 sites, complete with water and power hookups.
Windsurf, boat, zip line, swim, and fish on the cool waters of Deer Creek Reservoir. After a day on the water, camp under the night sky at one of several campgrounds, all with spectacular views of nearby Mount Timpanogos. Deer Creek State Park is easily accessible from the Wasatch Front within one-half hour from Provo and an hour from Salt Lake City. The reservoir and park are extremely popular for recreation and camping. Major park activities are water-based and include boating, water skiing, sailing, windsurfing, swimming, and fishing.
Rest under a canopy of cottonwood trees or accept the challenge of a nine-hole golf course on the banks of the Green River. The park is a starting point for boaters adventuring through Labyrinth and Stillwater canyons. The Green River originates in Wyoming, where it flows 291 miles before entering the state of Utah. It runs for 42 miles in Colorado, and then once again journey’s back into Utah, and then runs another 397 miles. Eventually, the Green connects with the Colorado River, where it empties into Lake Powell. The Green River is a favorite among many river runners. Desolation Canyon, Labyrinth, Stillwater, and Cataract Canyon offer experiences from flat water to serious whitewater.
Camping, beaches, and warm waters lure visitors to Yuba Reservoir. Developed and primitive camping is available at Oasis and Painted Rocks campgrounds and at designated beach areas. Anglers may fish for northern pike, tiger muskie, walleye, yellow perch, wiper, trout and catfish year-round.
Nestled a midst the majestic Wasatch Mountains of northeastern Utah, East Canyon State Park beckons nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike. This hidden gem is not only a haven for boating, fishing, and camping but also an intriguing repository of Western American history. Explore the adjacent Mormon Pioneer Trail, a historic route trodden by a myriad of intrepid pioneers, including the Donner/Reed party, Mormon Pioneers, Pony Express riders, and travelers journeying from California to Oregon. Located within the Wasatch Front, East Canyon is home to a diverse range of wildlife such as mule deer, elk, bobcats, red foxes, porcupines, grebes and bald eagles. Visitors will be enveloped by breathtaking views of the ancient volcanic formations that surround the park, native plant species and the incredible East Canyon Reservoir that reaches depths of nearly 200 feet.
Otter Creek State Park is a perfect destination for ATVers, boaters, and birders. The park is a quiet, out-of-the-way respite located in south central Utah. Year-round fishing and boating on the 3,120-acre reservoir are the park's featured activities along with convenient access to three ATV trails, including the popular Paiute ATV Trail. During the spring and fall, many types of birds pass through Otter Creek on their journey along the Pacific Migratory Bird Flyway.
Boat, swim, water ski, and fish on the warm waters of Willard Bay. Camp under tall cottonwood trees that frame the night sky. During the winter months, Willard Bay is a wildlife-watching area for nesting eagles. Two areas, North and South Marinas, offer all the amenities for a weekend at the Bay. Willard Bay is a freshwater reservoir located 12 miles northwest of Ogden on the flood plains of the Great Salt Lake. An earth filled dike and natural shoreline make up the 20-mile enclosures. The dike is officially named the Arthur V Watkins Dam, for a former U.S. Senator from Utah who was essential in getting the Weber Basin Project passed through congress in 1949. The area had a need for a reservoir to store surplus water from the Ogden and Weber rivers that could later be pumped out and used on farmlands.
Rockport State Park is dedicated to offering many recreational opportunities to anyone and everyone. The launch ramp on the east side of the reservoir is a great place to launch a boat. Rockport Reservoir has good fishing for both trout and bass, and in the summer it is a busy lake with many people tubing, waterskiing, and wakeboarding. There are also over a hundred campsites available for camping year-round.
The sprawling waters of Starvation Reservoir offer great fishing and boating. The name "Starvation" has been credited to two legends. One says that a group of mountain men caught in winter snow survived by stealing a cache of food belonging to local Native American tribes, and as a result, the tribe starved. The second and more common legend tells the opposite story, with the tribes stealing the trappers’ cache of food and leaving the trappers to starve. It is very likely, however, that neither legend, even if true, resulted in the naming of the dam and reservoir.
Tucked away in Cache County, Hyrum State Park offers many recreation opportunities including fishing, boating, and camping. Surrounded by tall, shady trees, Hyrum provides an excellent place for an afternoon picnic, or spend the whole weekend trolling on the lake catching yellow perch, rainbow trout, bluegill, and largemouth bass. Hyrum State Park invites boating, year-round fishing, waterskiing, camping and swimming. The park like 3 site campground rests at the north end of the reservoir. Willow, box elder and maple trees surround Hyrum Reservoir providing shade as well as habitat for waterfowl and wildlife. During the day, find a spot on the beach to cast a fishing line or relax with a good book. Sit around a cozy campfire with family and friends at night.
Cinnamon-colored buttes provide a backdrop for this quiet desert oasis. Popular with locals, this warm-water reservoir is ideal for waterskiing, fishing, and crawdad catching. Huntington is a great weekend destination or a perfect picnic spot. Huntington State Park is a local well-kept secret. Largemouth bass and bluegill are the most noteworthy fish in this warm-water lake. Many migratory birds, specifically waterfowl, are sighted in this area. Waterskiers and other recreationists love the warm water too.
Sandy beaches, swimming, boating and waterskiing top the list of activities at Steinaker. Anglers enjoy fishing year-round for rainbow trout and largemouth bass. Located in the heart of Dinosaurland, the park is seven miles north of Vernal in northeastern Utah. Off-highway vehicle riding areas are nearby. In addition to its obvious attractions for water recreation, Steinaker State Park is located in a region well known to geologists, historians and collectors of artifacts. Fossilized relics once found in ancient seas such as oysters, clams, and other shellfish are found here. Steinaker's convenient location makes it a popular base for exploring the many attractions of Dinorsaurland in northeast Utah or the Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area to the north.
Camp in the quiet campground, enjoy boating or fish on the blue waters of Millsite Reservoir. Golf on a nearby golf course or bring off-highway vehicles and mountain bikes to enjoy miles of trails in nearby Ferron Canyon.
Scofield State Park is situated 7,600 feet above sea level in the Manti-LaSal Mountains of the Wasatch Plateau. The 2,800-acre lake offers excellent boating and year-round fishing. During winter months, the area serves as a base for snowmobile and cross-country skiing in the spectacular mountains surrounding the park. Three state-owned facilities are available. Mountain View, located six miles north of the town of Scofield, offers a 34-unit campground, modern restrooms, hot showers, fish cleaning stations, group use areas, and boat launch ramp. Madsen Bay, located on the north end of the reservoir, is a popular area for groups and family reunions.
Piute State Park resting on cliffs of the Sevier Plateau at an elevation of 5,900 feet, attracts anglers who enjoy trophy fishing for rainbow, cutthroat, and brown trout as well as smallmouth bass. This primitive park is a quiet getaway and a well-kept secret. It is nestled in the heart of ATV country and the expansive Paiute Trail System can be accessed from the park. Piute is also a great lake for water sports, including waterskiing, jetskiing and wakeboarding. The park offers camping and picnicking on the beach. There are no reservations or culinary water available at Piute. Camping is primitive and first come, first served.
Play 18-holes of golf, paddle or troll on Palisade Reservoir, then set up the perfect campsite. This park offers something for everyone, from its desert canyon golf course, RV and tent camping, to access for off-highway vehicle riding in nearby Six-Mile Canyon. Summer recreation includes camping, fishing, swimming, electric motor and non-motorized boating, golfing, and hiking. Off-highway vehicle trails are accessible from the park. Not often does a single destination offer boating, fishing, golfing, camping and OHV trails within easy reach. In a sense, Palisade State Park is a vacation oasis. Its human-made reservoir was designed to be that way.
Conveniently located in northeastern Utah, Echo State Park boasts year-round recreation opportunities for its visitors. Echo State Park offers camping and a day-use area with easy beach access. After enjoying a day on the lake swimming, boating, or fishing, spend the night in the campground talking around the fire. In the winter months, Echo State Park is a popular ice-fishing destination. No matter the season, Echo State Park provides wonderful recreational opportunities for visitors.
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