Yuba State Park
Things To Do
Camping
Choose from varying levels of camping experience, whether you boat in to a primitive camping spot on the shoreline or drive an RV into a site with hook-ups and warm showers. Reservations are highly recommended (all Utah State Park online reservations systems are open four months out). Ice, firewood and paddleboard and life jacket rentals are available at the Oasis Campground entrance booth.Fishing and Ice Fishing
Excellent trout, walleye, catfish, pike and perch fishing lure anglers to Yuba State Park year-round. Fish from the shore or by boat during the spring, summer and fall — or from the ice during the winter. A valid Utah Fishing License is required either way. Visit the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources website for information about purchasing a license.
Water Sports
Both non-motorized and motorized watercraft are allowed on Yuba Reservoir. Ride around on jet skis, enjoy a leisurely paddleboard or kayak, or cool off with a swim.
Zip Lining
See Yuba State Park from a bird’s eye view — an exciting new addition to Yuba State Park includes an 850 foot and 650 foot ziplines, the first to ever be built inside a state park. Riders must meet certain age and weight requirements.
OHV, ATV and Dirt Biking
A one-day ride system loops Yuba Reservoir for easy, intermediate and expert OHV, ATV and dirt biking action. Although the park is open year-round, trail access is limited in winter by snow, so check current conditions before you hitch the trailer. Trails offer reservoir overlooks, wildlife spotting (rabbits, coyotes, deer, eagles and hawks) and pictograph sightings.
Where to Stay
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Eagle View Campground
For basic beach camping, Eagle View provides 20 primitive tent sites. Amenities include dock access (for boats and kayaks) and vault toilets, but no drinking water. The site provides covered picnic tables, restrooms, garbage collection points, fire pits, solar lighting, reservable boat docks, and a beautiful sandy beach.
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Oasis Campground
This campground is the most established and popular campsite in the park. Oasis offers 26 shady, spacious sites near the shoreline, RV hookups and easy access to a boat launch. You can also reserve one of two small cabins which fit six to eight people each. The campground offers covered group pavilions with picnic tables, a group camping area, drinking water, modern restrooms and showers (with hot water), and an RV sewage disposal station. Here, visitors can rent paddle boards and purchase ice and firewood.
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Painted Rock Campground
This campground offers 41 campsites and a large group site and sits on the east side of the reservoir between the towns of Levan and Gunnison. Choose from electric or non-electric tent sites. Amenities include restrooms (no showers), drinking water, shaded picnic tables, fire pits, and a boat launch ramp with loading docks.
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North Beaches Campground
Camping is allowed in the North Beaches area of Yuba State Park. Campsites are primitive, but reservations are required.
How to Take a Kayak & Camping Trip at Yuba State Park
Pristine sandy beaches, warm water temperatures all summer long and serene mountain views make Yuba State Park an appealing destination for campers and kayakers in sunny Central Utah.
Fees and Reservations
A day-use entry fee is required, purchased in-person or online. The Annual Utah State Park Pass is accepted for park entry. Advance camping reservations are always recommended.
Current Conditions
Check current conditions on the Utah State Parks website to see if water levels near Painted Rocks are high enough for kayaking and boating (especially if you’re planning a trip after May). Check the weather daily and be prepared for sudden changes throughout the day.
Are Pets Allowed?
Pets are allowed in most Utah State Parks, but should be on a maximum six-foot leash. Only service animals are admitted in park buildings. For safety and courtesy, please keep your pets under control and dispose of waste properly.
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