Current Conditions
Last Updated: April 15, 2024
Learn more about other Utah State Parks boat ramp conditions HERE.
Day-Use: Open 7 am to 10 pm daily. Welcome to Springtime in Utah! The trail can be muddy, icy, hot, cold, wet and or dry. Be prepared with clothing and equipment appropriate for the conditions. As always, bring water. Your dog is allowed on the trail as long as they are fully controlled, on a leash and they are cleaned up after. If they poop, you scoop and must pack it out. Do not leave bags on the trail to be picked up on your way back down.
Visitor Center: We will be open from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM beginning April 6th. Check out the gift shop, get a walk in campsite, and get information from our knowledgeable staff.
Museum. COMING SOON. Come in to see fossils found in the park and learn about the history of the Escalante area.
Average Temperatures: Highs in the 60’s and lows in the 30’s. Make sure to disconnect camper hoses from the hydrants at night to prevent breakage of water lines.
Campground: Wide Hollow Campground is open. We will be holding our Grand Opening Celebration on May 23rd! Click on the red button above and to the right to make reservations up to 4 months in advance. All campsites have a firepit, and a picnic table. As a camper you have access to the campground restrooms and showers. Day Users, can pay for a shower at $5 per person. If you need toiletries, we have them in the Visitor Center. Firewood must be harvested in Utah. Please don’t bring firewood from out of the area to prevent transporting invasive species and diseases. It is the law. We have firewood here to purchase.
16 Standard sites. Dry camping in Loop A. Most can support a small RV all will support tents. Surrounded by mature shady trees and have a nice view of the lake and the cliffs. No generators allowed.
7 partial hookup sites. These are in Loop A and come with RV electricity (20, 30, and 50 amp) and water. These sites support medium sized RVs, and tents. The park has a dump station for an additional fee.
29 Full hookup sites. Premium sites in loops B and C with a great view of Wide Hollow Reservoir, Escalante canyons, and Powell Point. Pull-through, and back-in sites with plenty of space between sites for privacy, peace and quiet. Each site has a Shade shelter, table, firepit, paved parking, 20, 30, and 50 amp power, potable water and sewer.
6 Walk-in tent sites. A very short hike takes you into a cove dedicated to tent campers. Each site has a shade shelter with electricity, generous tent space, fire pit and picnic table.
The Lake: Kayaks and Stand Up paddleboards are available to rent. The water is still chilly so take precautions. Always wear a lifejacket. The boar dock is back in the water and is open for business. No fishing from the dock or boat ramp please.
Launch Ramp: Open. No fishing from the dock or boat ramp please. Hooks poke people and fishing line gets tangled in boat props.
Water Temperature: ~60°F
Water Level: 90%
Fishing Conditions: http://wildlife.utah.gov/hotspots/