General Park Rules

Please observe these general park rules and regulations to ensure everyone's visit is pleasant.  Some parks may have additional rules.

Camping – Camp only in designated areas.  Each campsite has a maximum capacity of eight people.

Quiet Hours – 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.  All generators and music must be turned off.  Voices and noise must be kept down.

Fires – Campfires may be built in specified areas only.  Gathering firewood is prohibited in state parks.

Plants and Animals – All plants, animals, minerals and other natural features in state parks are protected.  It is unlawful to hassle, remove, alter or destroy them.

Pets – Pets are allowed at most Utah State Parks.  Pets are not allowed on the Frary Peak trail at Antelope Island, on the Rock Cliff side of Jordanelle or outside of the campground at Deer Creek.  Pets are not allowed in buildings, on beaches, or in the lakes or reservoirs.  Service animals are the only animals admitted inside park buildings.  Pets must always be on a maximum six-foot leash and never left unattended. Do not leave pets tied to a tree or post.  Do not leave pets in hot vehicles.   Please remember that you must pick-up after your pets.

Bicycles – Bicycling is permitted on established public roads, in parking areas and on approved trails.

Off-Highway Vehicles – Off-highway vehicle riding is permitted in some parks.  For designated areas contact a park ranger.

Parking – Park only in designated parking areas.  All wheels must stay on the pavement.

Speed Limit – The speed limit within all park areas is 14 m.p.h.

Waste Water – It is unlawful to dump or to drain water from campers or trailers onto the ground.  A sanitary disposal station is provided for registered campers at most state parks.

Glass Bottles – Glass bottles (of any shape or size) are prohibited on and around state park beaches.  For safety and
courtesy, please keep all glass away from beaches and dispose of glass bottles appropriately.

Metal Detecting – The use of metal detectors is prohibited without a permit from the park.  At any state park, it is illegal to remove, alter, or destroy any natural or man-made feature or item.  Therefore, anything found must be turned in at the park. 

Fireworks – Fireworks (including firecrackers) are prohibited in state parks.

Firearms – Possession or use of firearms, traps or other devices capable of launching a projectile that can immobilize, injure or kill a person or animal, or damage property is prohibited unless the weapon or device is 1) unloaded and packed away to prevent its use, 2) being carried legally with a concealed weapon permit, 3) being used by authorized enforcement officers in the performance of official duties.

Accidents – Please report accidents or suspicious activities to a Park Ranger.  In an emergency, please call 911.

Permits – A Special Use Permit is required for all special events and all commercial or professional filming and photography.