Gunlock State Park | Utah State Parks
Dec 17, 2024 · Gunlock State Park is hidden in South Western Utah as an escape from the busy world. It’s red rocks, magical waterfalls (in season), and sparkling waters make this a unique destination. See park info for further boat ramp information
Current Conditions - Utah State Parks
Dec 17, 2024 · Please get decontaminated before visiting Gunlock State Park. Decontamination is available at the port of entry south of St. George on I-15 or at nearby Sand Hollow State Park. Please check the hours for decontamination. Waterfalls: The waterfalls at Gunlock State Park are NOT FLOWING. This happens when the snowpack is expended and no longer ...
5 Tips to Enjoy the Falls at Gunlock State Park
Mar 16, 2023 · With such a snowy winter for most of Utah, it’s no surprise that the falls at Gunlock State Park are flowing this year! These rare seasonal waterfalls only form when runoff spills over the dam. The waterfalls create a stunning contrast with the arid desert environment and attract a lot of photographers and sightseers.
Safety at the Gunlock State Park Waterfalls
Mar 13, 2023 · Safety at the Gunlock State Park Waterfalls. UPDATE 3/14/2023: As spring runoff accelerates, it will likely bring down debris, including tree limbs, rocks and dirt, which will accumulate near the top of the dam and spillway. Debris flow presents safety hazards for park visitors and the dam.
Park Fees - Utah State Parks
Gunlock Boat, fish, and swim on the tranquil waters at Gunlock Reservoir or enjoy an afternoon picnic on the beach. Warm waters... Warm waters... Historic Union Pacific Rail Trail Weaving its way from Park City to Echo Reservoir, this 28-mile, non-motorized trail provides a …
Waterfalls Stop Flowing at Gunlock State Park
Gunlock State Park (May 6, 2020) — The waterfalls at Gunlock State Park have ceased to flow due to an operational modification of Gunlock Reservoir requested by the Utah Division of Parks and Recreation.
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Gunlock State Park
• Bird watching is always a fun activity at Gunlock State Park. Depending on the season you can see Bald Eagles, Great Horned Owls, Red-necked Grebes, herons, hawks, geese, ducks, and many other smaller fowl. The Falls The park includes the 266-acre Gunlock Reservoir that impounds the Santa Clara River. The reservoir dam was
Gunlock State Park Geology
Between 165-170 million years ago, Gunlock State Park was beneath a shallow sea, the evidence of preserved within the Middle Jurassic Carmel Formation. Fossils from this sea help us unravel the mysteries of Gunlock’s deep history.
Facilities - Utah State Parks
Gunlock State Park offers 30 camp sites. All sites include power, water, and use of our dump station. Each site also has a covered picnic structure and firepit.
Publications - Utah State Parks
Gunlock Boat, fish, and swim on the tranquil waters at Gunlock Reservoir or enjoy an afternoon picnic on the beach. Warm waters... Warm waters... Historic Union Pacific Rail Trail Weaving its way from Park City to Echo Reservoir, this 28-mile, non-motorized trail provides a …