With red tinged rock formations and incredible blue skies, Kodachrome Basin State Park is an area just begging to be photographed. The breathtaking monolithic sedimentary pipes – also known as chimneys – rise high into the ski; natures natural skyscraper. The state park first got its name following a 1948 National Geographic Society exploration, where […]
Archive for January, 2016
Good things come to those who bait … like $5,000 in prizes!
Come out and have join the fun at this unique four-park winter fishing tournament! The Wasatch Back Quad-fishalon includes East Canyon, Deer Creek, Jordanelle, and Rockport State Parks. Enter your largest measured trout caught at each event and the person with the largest total measurement wins. There are over $5,000 in prizes; including Cabela’s gift cards, swag […]
Park of the Week: Goblin Valley State Park
Showcasing some of the most interesting and beautiful scenery the planet has to offer, Goblin Valley State Park has been a must-visit destination for families, adventurers, scientists, and even Hollywood movie productions. Pictographs and petroglyphs present in the Goblin Valley area contain evidence of multiple Native American cultures; including the Fremont, Paiutes and Ute […]
Winterfest 2016 is here!
With snow on the ground and adventure in the air, now is the perfect time for some winter fun. Both East Canyon State Park and Wasatch Mountain State Park are hosting a Winterfest event on Saturday Jan. 16 that offers both fun and awesome information. So whether you are a cross-country skier, snowmobiler, snowshoer, or just […]
Brody Young’s statement to the Press
My wife, children and I wish to express our gratitude to the Shumway family for their dedicated and successful search efforts on this case. We wish to acknowledge the countless hours put in by the Grand and Weber County Sheriff Offices in this five year investigation. We are grateful for Federal, State and local authorities […]
Brody Young’s shooter’s remains confirmed
SALT LAKE CITY – The Utah Division of State Parks and Recreation remain appreciative of the continued commitment of the Grand County Sheriff’s Office and local residents who searched for Lance Leeroy Arellano, the suspect in the shooting involving State Parks Ranger Brody Young on Nov. 19, 2010. With the Utah Medical Examiner’s Office’s […]
Park of the Week: Rockport State Park
With cool waters and year-round activities, Rockport State Park is an ideal get-away for those wanting to spend their time fishing, cross country skiing, boating or looking to photograph some local wildlife. Located just a hop skip and jump east of Salt Lake City, Rockport State Park offers amenities and activities for the whole family […]