MONTICELLO (BLM) – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Utah Monticello Field Office is seeking public comment on an environmental assessment (EA) analyzing a proposed trail system for Recapture Canyon near Blanding, Utah. The EA responds to San Juan County’s application for a right-of-way that would provide additional off-road, motorized travel opportunities in the Recapture […]
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Goblin Valley Is ‘Dark Sky Certified!’
GREEN RIVER – After a two year application process, Goblin Valley State Park has been formally designated as an International Dark Sky Park. This is the second unit in the Utah State Parks system to gain this status, following the designation of Dead Horse Point in June of this year. The designation comes from the […]
Algal Bloom Temporarily Close Scofield Reservoir
Update: As of September 15, 2016, Scofield Reservoir has reopened to anglers and boaters. The Health Department determined toxin levels have decreased enough to no longer pose a public health threat to on-water recreational users. Salt Lake City (Aug. 31, 2016) – Due to harmful algal bloom at Scofield Reservoir that may pose health risks to the […]
Camping in Bear Country TIPS
Black bears often live in the same places we camp, hike and build our houses. This poses a safety concern for both humans and bears. If a bear obtains food from a home or campsite — even once — it may become aggressive in future attempts. This almost guarantees the bear will have to be […]
Check Out These Upcoming Dark Sky Programs
Utah State Parks have some of the darkest night skies in North America. An ever-increasing number of our visitors appreciate and seek out the pristine night skies and after-dark programming we offer. Our parks employees want to responsibly manage and enhance this resource. To keep you all engaged, check back later for upcoming dark sky programs and events!
Manti-La Sal National Forest Open House Schedule
MANTI-LA SAL NATIONAL FOREST (USFS) – The public is invited to attend the Manti-La Sal National Forest public open houses in September. The purpose of these open houses is to gather information about Forest conditions to support the revision of the Manti-La Sal National Forest Plan. The Forest Plan is a land management document that will guide […]
Ashley National Forest Holds Open Houses
VERNAL (USFS) – The Ashley National Forest will hold a series of open house style meetings at the end of August to begin the Wilderness Assessment and review the first draft of the Species of Conservation Concern. These two actions will lead to recommendations and eventually decisions that will guide the management of the Ashley […]
Utah ATV Association Continues To Put In Work
Our wonderful friends over at the Utah ATV Association are back at it again – having just built and installed a new information kiosk at Five Mile Pass. The group traveled to Tooele County on July 23 where they showcased their skills and dedication to their group by working in the sun with other volunteers […]
Fire On The Bay – Fireworks & Fun!
Join us at Willard Bay State Park on Saturday, Aug. 6, 2016 for the 2nd annual Fire on the Bay Event! There will be fireworks, live entertainment, races, and more. The day of celebration starts off at 7 a.m. with everyone’s favorite 5K race. If running isn’t really your thing, you can join in the race […]
Raspberry Days & Boat Light Parade
Raspberry Days 2016 (Aug. 4-6) Do you love raspberries on a warm summer day? Us Too! Stop by Garden City from Aug. 4-6 for the annual Raspberry Days Festival. This fun and family-friendly event is hosted every year to celebrate the harvest of the world-famous Bear Lake Raspberries. Each of the festival’s three days showcases […]