A seasonal park staff member plays a crucial role in supporting the operations, maintenance, and visitor services within a park or recreational area during peak seasons. Here’s an outline of a typical seasonal park staff job description: Position: Lead This position involves leadership, organization, and a commitment to upholding the high standards of service that […]
Utah Teen Dead After Incident at Sand Hollow State Park
Aug. 3, 2023 HURRICANE, Utah — A Utah teen has died after an incident at Sand Hollow State Park. Just before 10 a.m. on Thursday, 15-year-old Landon Crook from South Jordan, Utah, was paddleboarding in the south beach area of Sand Hollow State Park with family members when he fell from the paddleboard and did […]
NOTICE: Administrative Checkpoint on Markagunt OHV Trail
July 13, 2023 The Utah Division of State Parks and other partnering agencies will conduct an administrative checkpoint on Saturday, July 22, 2023. The checkpoint is right off Mammoth Creek Road on the Markagunt OHV trail in Kane County. The will run from 5 pm-10 pm. This checkpoint aims to verify driver’s licenses, vehicle registrations, […]
10 Summer Safety Tips From Utah State Parks
Utah’s state parks are calling your name this summer, promising spectacular landscapes and epic outdoor delights. But before you dive head-first into the excitement, let’s make sure you’re all set for a safe and memorable experience. Whether you are hitting the trails, riding the waves, or soaking up the sun, we’ve got ten essential summer […]
Utah Man Dead After Incident at Palisade State Park
June 4, 2023 STERLING, Utah — A Utah man is dead following an apparent drowning at Palisade State Park Saturday evening. Just after 5 p.m. on Saturday, Utah State Park law enforcement rangers and Sanpete County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to Palisade State Park after receiving reports about a drowning in progress. The man, 18-year-old […]
Join Us for the 2023 Quadfishathon!
Jan. 4, 2023 SALT LAKE CITY — Kick off the ice fishing season by joining us at the 2023 Quadfishathon — the biggest state park ice fishing tournament in Utah! This four-park ice fishing tournament includes Echo State Park, Lost Creek State Park, Rockport State Park, and East Canyon State Park. Participants can register for […]
Staying Safe This Labor Day
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 […]
Man Dead After ATV Accident in Sanpete County
July 14, 2022 SALT LAKE CITY — A Utah man is dead following an ATV accident in Sapete County. On June 23, 61-year-old Donald J. Nicewander of Kearns, Utah, was riding an ATV along the Manti Canyon Road Trail with his friends and family. While riding, Nicewander began having difficulty staying on the trail at […]
Utah Man Dead After Drowning at Sand Hollow State Park
July 7, 2022 HURRICANE, Utah — A Utah man is dead following an incident at Sand Hollow State Park in late June. On June 25, at approximately 11:35 a.m., state park law enforcement rangers were alerted to a possible drowning inside Sand Hollow State Park boundaries, near the jumping rocks area. According to witnesses, 20-year-old […]
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 […]