WASATCH COUNTY — A 12-year-old boy was killed Monday following a snowmobile collision while on a family outing. The boy, identified as Jaxon Lewis of Salt Lake County, was riding snowmobiles with his family in the Mill Hollow Reservoir area in Wasatch County. Lewis was heading across a ridge line, when an adult family member […]
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Join Us at the 2017 Boat Show and Win!
SANDY — The 2017 Utah Boat Show & Watersports Expo runs from Feb. 9-12! Here at Utah State Parks, we are gearing up to help provide you with some need-to-know info, updated rules, and even some awesome prizes. This year, we are giving away multiple life jackets to some lucky winners. Keep reading to learn […]
What Antler Gathering Closure Means for Antelope Island
The Antelope Island Open Access Shed Hunt will be postponed until early May in response to the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources’ (DWR) emergency closure/delay. The amendment, set by DWR, is due to concerns of extreme, prolonged cold and deep snow. This decision has closed antler gathering in ALL of Utah from Feb. 3 – […]
Volunteers Install New Beacon Transceiver at Monte Cristo
MONTE CRISTO — Winter is in full swing and the mountains have been immersed in deep snow. This has been great news for snowmobilers, who are loving the several feet of snow being dumped each storm. However, with our beloved powder comes an increase in avalanche danger. There has been a substantial amount of avalanche […]
A Look Back – Bear Lake State Park
BEAR LAKE STATE PARK — For anyone wanting to have a true outdoor experience, Bear Lake State Park should be one of their first stops. It has been called the Carribean of Utah, and for good reason. This state park has been a favorite of both locals and visitors since it was established in 1962; […]
TOP 10 Things You Need to Remember Before Snowmobiling
Planning to hit your favorite trails on the snowmobile this weekend? Us to! After all, Utah is home to some of the best snow on earth, and the perfect place to enjoy some outdoor fun. This is by no means an all-inclusive list; but rather, things we consider especially important to remember. 1. Check avalanche […]
Jordanelle Sate Park CLOSED for Snow Removal
Winter has been hitting hard these last few weeks, especially up in the mountains. Because of the high amounts of snow, Jordanelle State Park will be closed on January 24, 2017, to allow staff to adequately plow roads, parking lots, and walkways. Park staff are working diligently to clear the roads and ramp access points […]
60 Miles for 60 Years Challenge
SNOW CANYON STATE PARK – In celebration of the Utah State Park system’s 60th anniversary, Snow Canyon State Park is excited to launch their 60 Miles for 60 Years Challenge. Beginning on January 23, 2017, and running through November 11, 2017, visitors are encouraged to hike any combination of designated trails in Snow Canyon to […]
We Are Hosting 3 Winterfest Celebrations!
Just because there is snow on the ground and the air is cold does not mean outdoor fun should take a break until spring. Here at Utah State Parks, snow is just another way for us to get out and experience all the greatness Utah has to offer. After all, we do have the greatest […]
First Day Hikes 2017
Utah State Parks is kicking off the official 60th Anniversary Celebrations on New Years Day with three First Day Hikes on Antelope Island State Park. There will also be First Day Hikes offered at Dead Horse Point State Park and Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park. Participants should check temperature and weather conditions before they come and gear up accordingly. If weather is severe, […]