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 […]
A Look Back – Utah’s First State Park
FILLMORE – Utah’s first State Park came to be in the year 1957 after the creation of a new Utah State Parks Commission. Governor George Dewey Clyde gave the commission a job: formulate and regulate a long-range plan for a state park and recreation system. Territorial Statehouse State Park Museum, had changed many hands over […]
Utah State Parks 60th Anniversary Celebration
With the coming of 2017, the Utah Division of Parks and Recreation is set to celebrate its 60th anniversary. Come join us in celebration as we host multiple events across the state each month of 2017 – there will be hikes, fishing tournaments, dances, winter festivals, and more! Where We Began In 1957, a […]
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, […]
Looking For Some Holiday Events? Here You Go!
SALT LAKE CITY – The weather is turning colder and the snow is starting to fall. This season, enhance your holiday experience by visiting one of our gorgeous Utah State Parks and participating in one of our holiday events. Whether you are heading to a Christmas light displays at Willard Bay State Park or attending […]
Snowmobile Season Is Here, So Are The Volunteers
December is around the corner and the snow is starting to fall; meaning snowmobile lovers across the state are firing up their rigs and preparing the upcoming season. Rather than preparing their personal set ups, some OHV enthusiasts are helping prep the trails that are beloved by so many. Members of the Utah Snowmobile Association and […]
Happy National “Take a Hike” Day!
Happy National Take a Hike Day! To celebrate, we are featuring two of our favorite hikes in Utah. Utah is known far-and-wide for its scenic landscapes. What helps make Utah great is the fact that these scenic places are not just found in one area, but are spread across the entire state. To help give […]