Willard Bay State Park

Current Conditions

Last Updated: December 8th, 2023

Boat ramps are OPEN. Launch at your own risk. Learn more about other Utah State Parks boat ramp conditions HERE.

 
DAY-USE: Open
North Marina: Open
South Marina: Open 
The Pond: Closed due to HAB (Harmful Algae Bloom)

WATER SURFACE: 

North Marina– Open water

South Marina– Open water

Bay– Open water

South Inlet–  Open water                                                                      

LAUNCH RAMPS:                                                                                                   

North Marina- Open
South Marina- Open
Launch at your own risk. Courtesy docks and fishing docks in the water year-round.

CONDITIONS: Clear and Damp
 
 
CAMPGROUND:
 
Cottonwood- CLOSED 
 
Willow Creek- CLOSED for expansion project.
 
South Marina- CLOSED
 
When campgrounds are open, Camping by first come first serve after 3:00 pm the day of arrival if not reserved.
No Refunds are given for bugs, nature, weather, etc.
 
Water Temp (Willard Bay): 40 °F
Water Temp (The Pond): 45°F


Water Level: 0-10ft average depth of water in marinas. Water levels may fluctuate 

 
Additional Fishing Info: Visit http://wildlife.utah.gov/hotspots for more information.
  1. Place the fish on its side with the jaw closed
  2. Squeeze the tail fin together and turn it so you can obtain the maximum overall length
  3. Measure a straight line from the tip of the snout to the extreme tip of the tail fin.
  • Crappie: 10
  • Wiper: 3
  • Channel Catfish: 8
  • Walleye: 6, One may be over 24″
  • Yellow Perch: 50
  • Largemouth/Smallmouth Bass: 6
  • Possession and use of commercially sold and preserved gizzard shad is allowed.  Otherwise, possession of gizzard shad, dead or alive is unlawful

Monte Cristo Conditions: https://www.snowut.com 

https://www.facebook.com/MonteCristoUtah/

Other Information: 

  • Wear your life jacket.
  • As always, boat launching is at the owner’s risk.