Boating

Boat Ramp Conditions

This page will be updated as more information becomes available. Consult the table at the bottom of this page for info on specific state park boat ramps.


Water level and boat ramp at Millsite State Park, May 2021

Water levels at many Utah state parks are experiencing extreme lows. When reservoirs reach these levels, some parks are forced to close their boat launch ramps in order to help better protect visitors and their property.

Low water levels may also expose additional navigation hazards and decrease the overall amount of boatable water. As such, it is essential that boaters remain vigilant and follow Utah’s boating laws, rules, and safety practices. These include, but are not limited to:

  • Checking reservoir and boat ramp status before getting on the road. Impacted launch ramps and low reservoirs may increase wait times.
  • Operating at a wakeless speed within 150 feet of another vessel, fishing dock, swimmer, etc.
  • Following the rules on common waterway markers
  • Ensuring children are wearing appropriate USCG-approved life jackets and you are following all life jacket laws
  • Ensuring children have taken appropriate education courses before operating a vessel
  • Not operating a vessel under the influence of drugs or alcohol
  • Avoid boating at night. It is always extremely dangerous and should be avoided if possible
  • Not swimming around boats that have engines or generators running due to the risk of propeller cuts and carbon monoxide poisoning

Click here to learn more about Utah’s boating laws and rules.


Utah State Park Boat Ramp Conditions
These are for Utah State Parks Maintained Ramps Only

Updated: Aug 1, 2023; 2:42 p.m.

Before loading your boat and heading to your favorite state park reservoir for a day on the water, please consult the table below to stay informed on boat ramp conditions. For additional information, you can click on a state park’s name to view that specific park’s current conditions and contact information.


Table Key:
Open — The boat ramp remains open at its normal capacity.
Advisory — The boat ramp may be operating at a reduced capacity or may be at risk of closing soon. Click the park name to learn more.
NOT ACCESSIBLE – ICE Boats cannot launch because the waterbody is now iced or snowed over. 
Closed
— The boat ramp is currently closed to the public for motorized launching due to low water levels. We do not recommend motorized launching from this ramp. Use the launch ramp, docks, and reservoir at your own risk.


 Park NameBoat Ramp NameStatus
Antelope Island State Park
Davis County
Antelope Island Main RampClosed
Bear Lake State Park
Rich County
Bear Lake MarinaOpen
Rendezvous BeachClosed
First PointOpen
Cisco BeachOpen
Advisory – 4 WD vehicles
Rainbow CoveClosed
Construction
Deer Creek State Park
Wasatch County
Deer Creek Main RampOpen
Island Park RampOpen
East Canyon State Park
Morgan County
East Canyon Main RampOpen
Echo State Park
Summit County
Echo Main RampOpen
Escalante Petrified Forest State Park
(Wide Hollow Reservoir)
Garfield County
Escalante Park RampOpen
Fred Hayes State Park at Starvation
Duchesne County
Fred Hayes at Starvation RampOpen
Great Salt Lake State Park
Salt Lake County
GSL Marina Main RampAdvisory – shallow draft boats only
Green River State Park
Emery County
Park Ramp to Green RiverOpen
Gunlock State Park
Washington County
Gunlock Main RampOpen
Huntington State Park
Emery County
Open
Huntington Main RampOpen
Hyrum State Park
Cache County
Hyrum Main RampOpen
Jordanelle State Park
Wasatch County
Jordanelle Main Ramp (Hailstone)Open
Personal Watercraft Ramp (Hailstone)Open
Rock Cliff RampAdvisory – small watercraft, less than 16′ only
Ross Creek (non-motorized only)Closed
Millsite State Park
Emery County
Millsite Main RampOpen
Otter Creek State Park
Piute County
Otter Creek Main RampOpen
Palisade State Park
Sanpete County
Palisade Main RampOpen
Piute State Park
Piute County
Piute Main RampOpen
Quail Creek State Park
Washington County
Quail Creek North RampOpen
Quail Creek South RampAdvisory
Red Fleet State Park
Uintah County
Red Fleet Main RampClosed – Constuction
Rockport State Park
Summit County
Rockport Main RampOpen
Sand Hollow State Park
Washington County
Sand Hollow Westside Ramp (Main)Open
Scofield State Park
Carbon County
Scofield – Mountain View RampOpen
Scofield – Madsen Bay RampOpen
Steinaker State Park
Uintah County
Steinaker Main RampOpen
Utah Lake State Park
Utah County
Utah Lake NorthwestOpen
Utah Lake North CenterOpen
Utah Lake NortheastOpen
Utah Lake South Ramp (Marina)Open – Shallow
Provo River RampOpen
Willard Bay State Park
Box Elder County
Willard Bay North MarinaOpen
Willard Bay South MarinaOpen
Yuba State Park
Juab Counties
Yuba Main Ramp (Oasis) Open
Painted RocksAdvisory