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Quail Creek State Park welcomes day-trippers and overnighters to boat, camp, fish or paddleboard at Quail Creek Reservoir. The reservoir has some of the warmest waters in the state and attracts visitors year-round with the mild winter climate surrounding the St. George and Hurricane area. This sunny, high-desert locale has views of the tranquil reservoir amongst red rock cliffs. Zion National Parkis only a 45-minute drive away, making Quail Creek State Park an ideal stop for a day on the water before or after a trip to Zion.
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Entry Fee & Camping
A day-use entry fee is required, purchase in-person or online. The Annual Utah State Park Pass is accepted for park entry.
Quail Creek State Park accommodates tents, trailers and RVs (up to 35 feet) year-round to use its 24 single-family campsites. Enjoy views of the calm reservoir and southern Utah’s famous red rock cliffs. Each campsite houses a private shaded structure, picnic table and fire ring, while most campsites offer power hookups and water. Quail Creek State Park provides drinking water, flush toilets, coin-operated showers, a boat ramp, picnic area, swimming beach and fish-cleaning station to all travelers who follow responsible travel guidelines. Advance camping reservations are recommended.
Weather
Spring and fall bring the most temperate weather. Winters bring highs around 50 F and lows near 20 F. Quail State Park guests can expect near 100 F for highs in the summer with lows around 60 F. Rain is infrequent, topping out at an average of four days per month in the winter.
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Things to Do
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Boating
Two boat ramps (with trailer parking) at Quail Creek State Park launch vessels for water skiing, wakeboarding, jet skiing and fishing. Before you go, check boat ramp hours for more information regarding launch times. Water skiers relish the slalom ski course set on the east side of the reservoir.
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Fishing
Quail Creek anglers reel in bass, bluegill, trout and crappie. Largemouth bass and bluegill are the most abundant. Because the reservoir dips to 120 feet, it is cold enough to sustain stocked rainbow trout, bullhead catfish and crappie. Many fishermen find that mornings and evenings are best to fish when the waters are calm. Don’t forget to bring a Utah fishing license.
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Hiking & Biking
The trails surrounding Quail Creek Reservoir offer hikers, runners and mountain bikers another way to explore the park. Quail Creek Mountain Bike Trail is an easy 3.4 mile moderately trafficked out-and-back trail. Quail Creek Overlook Trail is a moderate 4.9 mile lightly trafficked out-and-back trail. Quail Creek Reservoir Overlook is a difficult 12-mile out-and-back trail primarily used for hiking.
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Paddleboarding & Kayaking
Quail Creek Reservoir offers an easy-going surface on which to paddleboard or kayak, even for beginners. Rent stand-up paddleboards, jet skis, kayaks and water carpets at the main entrance of the park or bring your own. Call ahead of time to book a rental or, better yet, schedule a paddleboard yoga session. The park shop also stocks sunscreen, ice and shade tent rentals.
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Swimming
No gear? No problem. Just hop on in. Swimmers at Quail Creek Reservoir play in warm, clean and relatively shallow water within no-wake zones. Although the shoreline is slightly rocky, it’s easy to navigate and the beach makes a great home base to dry off, have a picnic, play games or just relax.
How to Have the Perfect Weekend on the Water at Quail Creek State Park
Written By Matcha
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Just 15 miles north of St. George and even closer to the town of Hurricane, Quail Creek State Park offers warm water and mild weather year round. There’s plenty to do out on the water, and the gorgeous setting is sure to impress.
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What's Nearby
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- Red Cliffs and Babylon: Eastern Areas Hurricane, UT The perfect hike starts at the Red Cliffs Nature Trail. After scaling smooth sandstone walls, plunge into a pool at the base of a waterfall.
- Red Cliffs Desert Reserve St. George, UT At Red Cliffs Desert Reserve and National Conservation Area, you’ll find hiking, camping and rock climbing with a backdrop of fascinating geology and wildlife.
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- Springdale Springdale, UT As the gateway to Zion National Park and nestled along the North Fork of the Virgin River, Springdale is an ideal place to get outfitted for adventure not only in Zion, but to numerous other parks, monuments, and recreation areas of the western Colorado Plateau and desert southwest.
- St. George St. George, UT St. George is perfect for family adventures, luxury spas, extensive shopping, championship golf and nearby outdoor recreation assets.
- Western Red Cliffs and Red Mountain Hurricane, UT Red Mountain trail offers easy to challenging classic Snow Canyon hikes in the scenic Red Cliffs Desert Reserve near St. George. Got gear? Explore Utah today.
- Zion National Park Springdale, UT Whether you are trying to catch your breath while climbing the trail to Angel's Landing or watching the shadows constantly change the mood of the Court of the Patriarchs, Zion National Park is always ready to quench your appetite for outdoor wonder.
- Zion-Mt. Carmel Scenic Drive and Historic Tunnel Hurricane, UT The scenic drive from Zion National Park to Mount Carmel passes through the long narrow Zion Mt Carmel Tunnel – as impressive today as in the 1920s.
