RED FLEET STATE PARKS — Here at Utah State Parks, we have a big problem and we need your help to fix it. Some visitors to Red Fleet State Park have been ripping up sandstone slabs containing 200-million-year-old dinosaur tracks and throwing them into the water. While this problem is quite alarming, often times the people […]
Second Public Comment Meeting for Echo State Park Announced
BOR Seeks Public Comment Regarding Proposed Facilities for Echo State Park ECHO STATE PARK — On Wednesday, May 2, 2018, the Bureau of Reclamation will host a public meeting regarding the design and construction of new state park facilities at Echo Reservoir. The purpose of the meeting is to solicit public comment on park designs. The […]
OHV Program Seeking New Advisory Council Member
SALT LAKE CITY — The Utah Division of Parks and Recreation is currently seeking a representative to serve on the Utah OHV Advisory Council. An at-large representative is needed who will focus on current public land access issues along with upcoming revisions of travel management plans with our federal partners. Applications will be accepted through Friday, May 4, […]
High Winds Temporarily Close Great Salt Lake Marina
UPDATE- As of 3:36 p.m., the Marina is back up to the public. GREAT SALT LAKE STATE PARK – Due to strong winds and possible dangers associated with them, the Great Salt Lake Marina is temporarily closed. This information is current as of 1:50 pm April 16, 2018 This follows the action plan in place to […]
Should Boaters Take First-Aid, CPR Courses?
The short answer? YES! Many responsible boat operators take a certified course in first aid and CPR. Doing so enables you to respond quickly in emergency situations and to provide immediate care until the victim can seek medical treatment. When out boating, it can take a long time to get medical help, so be prepared! […]
UPDATE: Name Released of Teen Boy Killed In ATV Accident
CORAL PINK SAND DUNES STATE PARK – A teenage boy was killed Thursday, April 5, after an OHV accident at Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park in Kane County. The boy, identified as 13-year-old Colton R. Hansen from Eagle Mountain, was riding his four-wheeler with friends and family at the time of the accident. At […]
13 Year Old Boy Killed In ATV Accident at Coral Pink Sand Dunes
CORAL PINK SAND DUNES STATE PARK – A 13-year-old boy was killed, after an OHV accident at Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park in Kane County. At approximately 5 p.m. on Thursday, April 5, the Utah County boy was riding a four-wheeler with friends and family when he went over a dune and tumbled down […]
Utah State Parks 2018 Yoga Series with Granogi
The Utah Division of Parks and Recreation is excited to announce the kickoff of the Utah State Parks Yoga Series with Granogi, an outdoor adventure and yoga company. Utah’s 44 state parks are packed full of outdoor adventure options and Granogi’s outdoor yoga is just one more way people can take full advantage of the […]
Volunteers ‘Spring’ Into Action With Trail Cleanup
BOUNTIFUL — Spring is officially here, and our volunteers are out ensuring our beautiful trails are ready for the coming season. The group of 27, led by Ty Bolton from the Utah Toyota Offroad Expo – along with his family, worked together to pick up trash at multiple locations along the “Bountiful B” trailhead, Buckland Flats, and […]
Echo State Park Has A Manager!
ECHO STATE PARK — The Utah Division of Parks and Recreation is proud to announce that Eric Bradshaw has been chosen as the manager for both Echo State Park and Rockport State Park. A native of Logan Utah, Eric earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Parks and Recreation Management from Utah State University, as well as a Master’s […]