Construction Notice: Construction is nearing completion within Utahraptor State Park, watch for heavy machinery on roads. Areas which have not been open to public access will remain closed during construction for visitor safety. Please abide by construction signage and barriers. Dalton Wells Road access will temporarily be routed through Willow Springs Road until the main entrance on Highway 191 is complete. Follow orange directional signage to Dalton Wells Road from Willow Springs Road. Previously accessible camping areas of the park will remain in an extremely primitive state until construction is completed. Camping reservations are not needed or available at this time, but will be available once construction is complete. First come first serve camping fees still apply (see below).

Welcome to Utahraptor State Park!

In the 2021 legislative session, the Utah State Legislature passed HB 257, which created Utahraptor State Park, located roughly 15 miles northwest of Moab in Grand County.

This new state park includes popular recreation spots such as the Dalton Wells and Willow Springs areas. Utah State Parks believes that — with proper planning and coordination with partners — we can better protect the area while maintaining its recreational value.

The area is currently undeveloped with only primitive recreation options. We ask visitors to remain patient during the construction process. Construction is nearing completion with a grand opening in Spring of 2025.

Future park visitors to the area can expect one modern campground, flush restrooms, showers, office and entrance station/visitor center, and trailheads for access to the nearby OHV and mountain bike trail systems.

If you are planning to visit the area, be advised Arches National Park is once again utilizing their Timed Entry Pilot Program. Tickets will be required during certain times of day and year. See the following link for more information https://www.nps.gov/arch/planyourvisit/timed-entry-reservation.htm