September 2, 2022 Heading out this weekend to soak up the last sun-filled days of summer? It’s no secret that it’s HOT out there. With Labor Day weekend almost upon us, Utah State Parks has some tips to help you enjoy your extended holiday safely. General Safety Tips Tell someone where you are going and […]
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The Pond at Willard Bay “Oar-ficially” Opens!
August 9, 2022 Check out the video at the bottom of this article! WILLARD BAY STATE PARK — If you haven’t been to Willard Bay State Park in a while, you’re in for a surprise. A brand new pond day-use area is officially open! The park hosted a “paddle cutting” event on Thursday, August 4, […]
Staying Safe in the Heat
It’s HOT out there. While summer might have you wanting to head outside for some fun, venturing out in extreme heat without understanding the risks can put you in a life-threatening situation. To help you stay safe, the Utah Division of State Parks has put together these 10 tips for safely recreating in the heat: […]
New Camping, Day-Use Fees at Lost Creek State Park
July 6, 2022 CROYDON, Utah —The Utah Division of State Parks is announcing the implementation of day-use and camping fees for areas within the boundaries of Lost Creek State Park. Beginning on Monday, July 11, 2022, the Division will implement a $10 day-use fee. Camping is available until construction starts, for a fee of $20. […]
Summer Holiday Safety Tips
Nothing better than celebrating a summer holiday with your friends and family at your favorite state park, right? We agree! But as you might already know, holidays are some of the busiest times at our parks. Larger crowds always mean a greater chance of incidents. Be prepared in advance with these helpful tips, so you […]
New Campground Opens at Gunlock
June 28, 2022 GUNLOCK STATE PARK — Have you heard the buzz about the new campground at Gunlock? That’s right, more places to camp! You can even reserve them online now—but don’t you want to hear all about them first? On June 8, 2022, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was hosted at the park to celebrate the […]
Goblin Valley State Park Triples in Size
June 24, 2022 GOBLIN VALLEY STATE PARK — It’s been described as mysterious, majestic, weird, wonderful, and downright “Martian.” Goblin Valley State Park is a Utah favorite for a reason—and now, it’s growing. In a historic ceremony hosted on Friday, June 17, the Bureau of Land Management conveyed over 6,300 acres of federal public land […]
Great Salt Lake State Park Temporarily Closed Due To Fire
UPDATE 06/18/2022 4:00 p.m.— As of approximately 4:00 p.m. Saturday, June 18, 2022, Great Salt Lake State Park has reopened. GREAT SALT LAKE STATE PARK — As of 2 p.m. Friday, June 17, 2022, Great Salt Lake State Park has been closed and evacuated due to a nearby fire and power outage. More information will be […]
Ranger Urban Receives UPOA Medal of Valor
SALT LAKE CITY — A Utah State Parks Law Enforcement Ranger has received an award for valor due to his involvement in a rescue earlier this year. Dylan Urban, Park Ranger at Sand Hollow State Park, was awarded the Utah Peace Officer Association’s Medal of Valor on Wednesday, June 1, 2022. Ranger Urban was recognized […]
Let’s Learn About Fire Restrictions
It’s finally smores season! Time for sunshine, long days at the lake, and best of all, evenings around the campfire. Unfortunately, those harbingers of summer also signal that wildfire season is approaching . . . and with it, fire restrictions. Most of us are used to lawn watering restrictions, but fire restrictions might seem a […]