Rockport Reservoir

About Rockport Reservoir

Rockport Reservoir, Weber Basin Project, was formed by the construction of Wanship Dam on the Weber River. Recreation management at Rockport Reservoir is performed by the Utah Division of Parks and Recreation under agreement with the Bureau of Reclamation. This reservoir is situated 5 miles south of Wanship and has a surface area of 1080 acres when full. The elevation is approximately 6,040 feet. The managed recreation season is year-round with high use during the summer season and ice fishing in the winter. Common fish species include rainbow trout, smallmouth bass, and brown trout. Fees charged. Reservations are accepted for certain campsites. Wanship and Crandall Canyon U.S. Geological Service maps cover the area. Stream fishing opportunities exist below the reservoir.

How to Get There

All weather access. 45 miles east of Salt Lake City. From Salt Lake City, Utah, go east on I-80 to Wanship/Rockport State Park exit. Turn right and go 4 miles on Highway 32.

Plan Your Visit to Rockport Reservoir

Heading to Rockport Reservoir? A few things to know before you go:

• Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
• Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
• Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
• Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
• Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

References & Official Resources

• Official Recreation.gov page
• View on OpenStreetMap
• Driving directions (Google Maps)