Nestled in the rolling mountains north of Heber City, Utah sits the beautiful Jordanelle Reservoir, fed by the Provo River and impounded by the Jordanelle Dam. Its two distinct recreation areas, Hailstone and Rock Cliff, offer a variety of recreation opportunities. Spend a day or weekend picnicking, camping, boating, o…
Nestled in the rolling mountains north of Heber City, Utah sits the beautiful Jordanelle Reservoir, fed by the Provo River and impounded by the Jordanelle Dam. Its two distinct recreation areas, Hailstone and Rock Cliff, offer a variety of recreation opportunities. Spend a day or weekend picnicking, camping, boating, or hiking. Hailstone is the main entrance but Rock Cliff offers a quieter side of the lake. The large wake-free zone at the Hailstone Recreation Area of Jordanelle State Park is the ideal spot to learn stand up paddleboarding. Rentals are available. If paddling at Jordanelle isn’t enough you can also hit the nonmotorized Perimeter Trail on foot or mountain bike. Jordanelle State Park is a water recreation mecca positioned between three of Utah's premier mountain experiences: the Mirror Lake Scenic Byway into the Uinta Mountains, Park City, and Heber Valley's ATV, golf and Blue-Ribbon fly-fishing on the Middle Provo River. Make a reservation on the Utah State Parks reservation site.
Photos
Stand Up Paddleboarding at Jordanelle Reservoir — Utah Office of TourismThe Scenic Reservoir of Jordanelle State Park — Utah Office of Tourism
How to Get There
Approximately 35 miles east of Salt Lake City. and 10 miles east of Park City. Hailstone Main Entrance: Take I-80 east to U.S. 40 south, then take the Mayflower exit (#8) Rock Cliff: Take I-80 east to U.S 40. south, at the traffic light turn left to S.R. 32 east, travel about 7.5 miles then left on Rock Cliff Road. Make a reservation on the Utah State Parks reservation site.
Heading to Jordanelle State Park? 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
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for Jordanelle State Park?
No central reservation system listed for Jordanelle State Park. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/14757) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to Jordanelle State Park?
Approximately 35 miles east of Salt Lake City. and 10 miles east of Park City. Hailstone Main Entrance: Take I-80 east to U.S. 40 south, then take the Mayflower exit (#8) Rock Cliff: Take I-80 east to U.S 40. south, at the traffic light turn left to S.R. 32 east, travel about 7.5 miles then left on Rock Cliff Road. Make a reservation on the Utah State Parks reservation site.
