Willard Bay Events

Nature Journaling – EKO Adventure Challenge
Saturday March 28, 10am -12pm
Eagle Beach Group Site

Park Ranger led journaling activities will help you get started nature journaling or deepen your practice. Experience how a couple hours of focused attention can strengthen your nature connection.  Supplies provided.

Advanced registration required, please email jmartens@utah.gov Event is free with paid park entry or Utah State Parks Annual Pass.

Touch a Truck – State Parks Edition
Saturday April 11, 9-3pm
Eagle Beach 

Come see the incredible collection of heavy machinery and essential vehicles that are responsible for maintaining and improving Utah State Parks. This unique event offers a chance to get up close and personal with the trucks, tractors, utility vehicles, construction equipment, and specialized machines that our dedicated parks staff use daily. Learn how this equipment is deployed for everything from trail grooming and infrastructure repair to habitat preservation, ensuring that the natural beauty and facilities of the parks remain in pristine condition for all visitors to enjoy. It’s an exciting opportunity for guests of all ages to appreciate the scale and complexity of the operations that keep Utah State Parks running smoothly throughout the year.

Event is free with paid park entry or Utah State Parks Annual Pass.

Earth Day – Pollinator Garden Workday – EKO Adventure Challenge
April 22, 2026 – 3-6 PM
Willard Bay State Park, South Marina Campground

Help beautify and maintain our dedicated pollinator garden space. We will be engaging in various activities essential for the garden’s health and vitality, including weeding, mulching, planting new native species to attract bees, butterflies, and other vital pollinators, and general cleanup. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about local ecology, native plants, and the critical role pollinators play in our ecosystem. All ages and skill levels are welcome! 

Event is free with paid park entry or Utah State Parks Annual Pass.

Star Party – EKO Adventure Challenge
International Dark Sky Week
April 17, 2026    7-11pm
Willard Bay State Park, Eagle Beach

Explore the night sky with a park ranger while learning about the importance of darkness and how you can help protect it.Telescopes provided, or bring your own. Chairs, blankets, snacks, and insect repellent encouraged. 

Event is free with paid park entry or Utah State Parks Annual Pass.

Nature Journaling – EKO Adventure Challenge
Color Challenges
Saturday April 25, 2-4pm
Eagle Beach Group Site

Park Ranger led journaling activities will help you get started nature journaling or deepen your practice. Experience how a couple hours of focused attention can strengthen your nature connection.  Program designed for all experience levels. Supplies provided.

Advanced registration required, please email jmartens@utah.gov

Event is free with paid park entry or Utah State Parks Annual Pass.