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Nestled amidst the vibrant red rock landscapes of Southern Utah, Sand Hollow State Park stands as a sprawling 20,000-acre recreational paradise. Primarily situated on USDI Bureau of Land Management (BLM) land, its vast expanse rivals the scale of Utah’s two largest state parks, Wasatch Mountain and Antelope Island. As the undisputed most visited destination within the Utah State Park system, Sand Hollow offers an unparalleled array of recreation opportunities, catering to virtually every outdoor enthusiast, from avid boaters and intrepid mountain bikers to thrill-seeking OHV riders and serene equestrians.

A quintessential highlight of the park is Sand Mountain, a magnificent expanse providing 15,000 acres of perfectly sculpted, vibrant red sand dunes. This iconic terrain serves as a world-renowned playground for off-highway vehicle (OHV) enthusiasts, offering endless opportunities for dune riding, rock crawling, and exhilarating adventures against a breathtaking crimson backdrop. The striking contrast of the fiery red sand against the deep sapphire waters of Sand Hollow Reservoir creates a truly spectacular setting. At nearly twice the size of the nearby Quail Creek Reservoir, Sand Hollow offers expansive opportunities for boating, waterskiing, wakeboarding, paddleboarding, and swimming, making it a premier aquatic destination. Its warm waters and sandy beaches invite visitors to relax, play, and cool off under the Utah sun.

Beyond its famed dunes and reservoir, the park offers sandy beaches, primitive and developed camping options, and unique geological formations. This dynamic environment ensures that every visit uncovers new adventures and stunning vistas.

Sand Hollow State Park is conveniently located approximately 15 miles east of St. George and just seven miles east of the I-15 Hurricane Exit. Visitors can easily access this natural gem by exiting I-15 at Exit 16 (Highway 9), traveling east for approximately four miles, turning right onto Sand Hollow Road, continuing south for about three miles, and finally turning left at the clearly marked park entrance.

Opened to the public as a state park in 2003.
Park Elevation: 3,000 feet
Park Acreage: 20,000
Surface Water Acreage: 1,322
Sand Mountain OHV Acreage: 15,000