Rules & Regulations

Jordanelle State Park's main rules: dogs must be on a leash 6 feet or shorter and are not allowed in public buildings or the cottages; fires go only in the designated pits and grills; fireworks and off-highway vehicles are prohibited; and drones need a $10 park permit. Class 1 and 2 e-bikes are allowed on the trails. Park only on pavement, keep to 15 mph, and observe quiet hours from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. Utah boating laws are strictly enforced on the reservoir.

Dogs

• Dogs must be on a leash 6 feet or shorter and attended at all times.
• Dogs are not allowed inside public buildings or in the cottages at Hailstone. Three cabins are pet-friendly for a fee (Cabins & Cottages).
• Clean up after your dog and dispose of the waste properly.
• Service dogs are always welcome.

Utah State Parks says dogs are allowed "in certain areas" of the park, and its pages differ on exactly which beaches and areas. Follow the posted signs where you are, and ask at the Hailstone office (435-649-9540) or email jordanelle@utah.gov if you're unsure.

Fires and Firewood

Fires are allowed only in designated fire pits and the developed pedestal grills; no ground fires. Never leave a fire unattended, and put it completely out before you leave. Dump hot briquettes in the designated pits. Gathering firewood or kindling is prohibited; buy firewood at the Hailstone Marina Store. Check Utah State Parks' fire restrictions page during dry spells.

Drones, Metal Detecting and Events

• Drones: allowed for personal use with a drone permission form, approved by park management, and a $10 permit paid at the park office. Commercial drone flights need a Special Use Permit and an FAA remote pilot certificate.
• Metal detecting: allowed by permit only. Get a Jordanelle Metal Detecting Agreement Form from the park and check in at the office.
• Commercial activity and large events: require a Special Use Permit, emailed to jordanelle@utah.gov.

Vehicles and Parking

• OHVs are prohibited in the park. In winter, anglers may ride OHVs from the ramps onto the ice, and snowmobiles are allowed on the ice.
• Vehicles stay on designated roads. No driving on beaches or shoreline.
• Park in designated spaces with all tires on pavement, or you may be cited or towed.
• 15 mph speed limit in all park areas (Parking & Directions).

On the Water

• Boats need registration, insurance and safety equipment under Utah boating law, and every boat must self-inspect for quagga mussels before launching.
• No swimming inside the marina or from the docks; no fishing, picnicking, sunbathing or camping on the docks.
• Courtesy docks have a 15-minute loading limit.
• Stay outside the buoys near Jordanelle Dam, which is a restricted area (Boating & Marina).

Trails

• All trails are non-motorized; Class 1 and 2 e-bikes are allowed.
• Hiking, biking and horseback riding are allowed on all trails.
• Stay on designated trails; making your own is unlawful (Hiking & Biking).

Camping

• Camp only in designated sites; no sleeping in vehicles in parking lots and no beach camping.
• Generators are off during quiet hours, 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.
• No portable hot tubs. Never drain wastewater onto the ground or into the water; use the dump station.
• Damage or big messes can be charged to the card on file (Camping).

Everything Else

• Explosives, fireworks and firecrackers are prohibited.
• No discharge of firearms in developed park areas; hunting and fishing follow the state proclamations.
• All plants, animals, minerals and natural features are protected. Don't remove or alter them.
• Use the trash cans provided.
• Report accidents, theft, vandalism or suspicious activity to a ranger right away.