Events
Nature Center Special Use Permits Hailstone Event Center Lake View Center
There is always something happening here at Jordanelle State Park! Whether it’s a fishing tournament, triathlon, or a sailing regatta, there’s never a dull moment. Check out the Parks Event tab to see our scheduled events!
April 9th – 10th 1:00pm – 4:00pm & April 11th 10:00am – 2:00pm
Hailstone Event Center
We will be hosting open interview sessions – no appointment needed! Stop by during the listed times frames to meet our team. If you are unable to attend, please reach out to jordanelle@utah.gov to schedule another time or phone interview.
April 13 – 20
International Dark Sky Week
Join Jordanelle State Park and other Dark Sky partners in a week-long celebration of our night sky. Stop by the Rock Cliff Nature Center to pick up your Utah Dark Sky Passportand start exploring!
Check back often for events as they’re added to the calendar.
April 15
8:00pm Rock Cliff Nature Center
Junior Ranger: Nocturnal Investigations
Calling all Junior Rangers! Join us at the Nature Center at Rock Cliff to explore our nocturnal environment. We’ll investigate the wetlands and discover clues to what calls this area home.
This activity is designed for youth, ages 4-12, but kids of all ages are welcome to join. This is a family and leashed-dog-friendly activity. There is no additional cost – regular park entry fees apply. Questions? Contact tackley@utah.gov
April 17
8:30pm Rock Cliff Nature Center
Know Your Place
Join us at the Nature Center at Rock Cliff for a naked-eye tour of our April night sky. This is an outdoor activity – please dress accordingly. Insect repellent and layers are recommended. Families and leashed dogs are welcome.
There is no additional cost for this activity – regular park entry fees apply. Questions? Contact tackley@utah.gov
April 17th & 18th, 2026
PWC Ramp
Jordanelle welcomes the American Society of Civil Engineers for their collegiate concrete canoe races. The PWC ramp will be closed all day the 17th and reopens after 2p.m. on the 18th. The main boat ramp, hand launch at Ross Creek, and Rock Cliff will all be available to use during this event.
April 22, 2026
Meteor Shower Viewing Party
8:30pm – 10:00pm
Rock Cliff Nature Center
Join us at the Rock Cliff Nature Center for an evening of stargazing and meteor hunting. Be sure to bring a chair, layers for the weather, and insect repellent. Red light headlamps are recommended.
Questions? Contact tackley@utah.gov
May 6
Wednesday Wetlands Walk
9:00am
Rock Cliff Nature Center
Join us on the first Wednesday for a nature walk around the Rock Cliff Day Use area. These are family and leashed-dog-friendly walks. Please prepare to clean up after your pet.
The May theme is: BABIES!
Contact tackley@utah.gov with any questions.
May 16, 2026
Fish It Forward
10:00am – 2:00pm
Sand Pavilion
Join Mountain West Muskie Chapter 65, for Fish It Forward! A unique event where angler and angling organizations of all kinds come together at the Sand Pavilion at Jordanelle Reservoir! Come see all the different types of anglers, see on the water bait demos, and learn. We’ll have keynote speakers, including DWR biologists, presenting the Jordanelle Management Plan! We are excited to see you there!
June 3
Wednesday Wetlands Walk
9:00am
Rock Cliff Nature Center
Join us on the first Wednesday for a nature walk around the Rock Cliff Day Use area. These are family and leashed-dog-friendly walks. Please prepare to clean up after your pet.
The June theme is: Journaling
Contact tackley@utah.gov with any questions.
July 1
Wednesday Wetlands Walk
9:00am
Rock Cliff Nature Center
Join us on the first Wednesday for a nature walk around the Rock Cliff Day Use area. These are family and leashed-dog-friendly walks. Please prepare to clean up after your pet.
The July theme is: TBD
Contact tackley@utah.gov with any questions.
Thinking about planning your own special event at Jordanelle State Park? Check out the Hailstone Event Center and see if it’s the right venue for you. We have 3 pavilions that can be reserved for your next Family Reunion. Give us a call for more information.