Hit the Lake — Paddle Sports & Water Safety Day

Aaron McElwee

Join us at the lake for International Water Safety Day at Echo Reservoir! For just $5 entry—or included with your Utah State Parks annual pass—you can spend the day enjoying the water with family and friends. Participants will have access to free kayak and paddleboard use, along with opportunities to join guided tours or relax in a designated free paddle …

North Wash Boat Ramp photo of raft on bank

Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation, National Park Service Advance Temporary Boat Ramp at North Wash to Maintain Cataract Canyon Access

SALT LAKE CITY, Feb. 19, 2026 – The Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation (DOR) and the National Park Service (NPS) at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area (GCNRA) are moving forward with improvements to the North Wash boat ramp to maintain reliable river access for trips through Cataract Canyon. “Maintaining safe, reliable access to Cataract Canyon is critical for Utah’s river-running …