September 29, 2025 The Utah Division of State Parks, Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation, Utah Office of Tourism, and our partners are monitoring the situation around the federal government funding bill and potential shutdown, as well as the impact it could have on travel. At this time, all of Utah’s national parks, monuments and recreation […]
Find Fall Fun in Utah’s State Parks
Autumn is the air, and it’s the perfect time to explore Utah State Parks! Discover the vibrant colors of changing leaves, breathe in the crisp, refreshing air, and see the parks come alive at the changing of the seasons. Whether you’re looking for adventure or relaxation, there’s something for everyone. From scenic hikes through colorful […]
Ice Age Fox Goes On Display in Vernal
26,400-year-old Red Fox from Uinta Mountains on temporary exhibit at the Utah Field House of Natural History State Park Museum VERNAL, Utah — The skeleton of Roxy, an ice age red fox collected from deep in Whiterocks Cave in the Uinta Mountains a year ago, is now on temporary exhibit at the Utah Field House of Natural History State […]
Utah officials Urge Safe Recreation and Fire Sense ahead of Labor Day
Salt Lake City, (Aug. 27, 2025) – At a virtual media briefing today, state outdoor recreation and wildfire officials urged Utahns to take simple, proven steps to prevent tragedies on the water and trails during the Labor Day weekend – and to practice Fire Sense to reduce wildfire risk. “Labor Day brings some of the highest […]
Ice Age Camel Fossil Found Along the Green River in Utah
Ancient North American camel species represented by 33,000-year-old shin bone VERNAL, Utah — An old fossil discovery is providing new information to scientists nearly 40 years later. A fossil bone found in a sand pit near Vernal, Utah, in the 1980s has turned out to be an older-than-expected representative of a species of camel that was […]
BLM transfers over 600 public acres to Utah Division of State Parks
SALT LAKE CITY — The Bureau of Land Management and State of Utah today announced transfer of 618 acres of small, isolated BLM parcels within Antelope Island State Park and adjacent to Wasatch Mountain State Park to the state. Transferring these lands will consolidate ownership and improve the visitor experience through more consistent management. “This land transfer reflects our commitment to efficient land […]
Spring Fun with Utah State Parks
April 16, 2025 Say goodbye to the cold and hello to the fresh air and warm sunshine, as we welcome the new season! Spring is the perfect time to embrace the great outdoors and enjoy all the exciting activities Utah State Parks has to offer. From hunting for prize-filled eggs and visiting our magical bunny […]
Fremont Indian State Park Museum Closing for Construction, Improvements
SEVIER, Utah — Fremont Indian State Park will temporarily close its main building beginning May 1, 2025, to accommodate upcoming construction work. The construction is expected to expand and improve upon the existing museum, and will include enhancements and new additions to the exhibits, graphics, artifacts and more. “We are so excited get started on […]
Ice Age Fox Found in Cave in Uinta Mountains
December 30, 2024 A nearly complete skeleton of a 26,000-year-old red fox was collected from deep in Whiterocks Cave. It is the most complete Ice Age mammal found in northeastern Utah. VERNAL, Utah — A team of scientists from the Utah Division of State Parks and the USDA Forest Service Ashley National Forest, along with […]
Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation and State Parks Warn of Cold Water Dangers as Temperatures Drop
November 27, 2024 Safety Tips provided to help recreators stay safe this winter season. SALT LAKE CITY — As colder weather sets in across Utah, the Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation (DOR) and the Utah Division of State Parks are cautioning those who enjoy Utah’s lakes, reservoirs, and rivers about the dangers of cold water […]