Utah Lake State Park is a lakefront recreation area in Provo, with marinas, swimming access and activities ranging from boating to disc golf. Its seasonal hours and $20 per-vehicle entrance fee make it useful to check the basics before setting out.
- Location: 4398 W Center St, Provo, Utah.
- Lake: Utah’s largest freshwater lake, at roughly 148 square miles.
- Regular hours: Open daily
- Entrance fee: $20 per vehicle.
What visitors can do at Utah Lake State Park
Utah Lake State Park combines water-based recreation with land activities and visitor facilities. You can plan time for boating, fishing, hiking, picnicking, swimming, waterskiing, kayaking or disc golf.
The visitor center has displays about Utah Lake’s history and wildlife, park offices, and a life-jacket lending station. The RV campground has 31 sites with water and power hookups.
For a wider day in town, the park can fit into an itinerary that also includes BYU and downtown Provo; a one-day Provo itinerary around BYU and downtown covers those stops.
Shoreline, boating, and outdoor access
The park has two marinas, with different facilities at the inner and outer harbors. The inner marina has four boat ramps, courtesy docks, a fueling dock with marine pump-out, and lease docks.
The outer marina has a sandy beach for swimming, paddleboarding and kayaking. A concessionaire offers motorized and non-motorized rentals.
All launch ramps are open weather permitting, and the South Ramp is the shallowest. Drones are not allowed because the park is close to Provo Airport.
Hours, fees, and seasonal details to verify
Utah State Parks gives the regular schedule as 6 a.m.–10 p.m. from April 1 through October 31, and 6 a.m.–8 p.m. from November 1 through March 31. The entrance fee is $20 per vehicle.
Opening hours
- Monday to Sunday: 6 AM–10 PM
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
These hours and fees can change, so check the official site before you go. Conditions can also affect launch access; confirm current ramp information if boating is part of your plan.
The park has a disc-golf course. Course access can be affected by work or other conditions, so check current park notices before planning a round.
Planning the trip from the hotel
The park is at 4398 W Center St in Provo. If you are arranging a Provo stay, a two-star hotel in Provo is one part of planning a trip that includes the lake.
Before leaving, check the park’s current information for hours, fees, ramp conditions and any activity restrictions.
Provo-Utah Lake International Airport is about 36 minutes by car from Royal Inn; the Provo Airport-to-hotel route can help you plan that leg. Commercial activities—including races, tournaments and professional photography for compensation—require a special-use permit.
FAQs
How much does Utah Lake State Park cost?
The entrance fee is $20 per vehicle.
Can you swim at Utah Lake State Park?
Yes. The outer marina has a sandy beach and is open for swimming, as well as paddleboarding and kayaking.
Can you rent boats at the park?
A concessionaire offers motorized and non-motorized rentals.
Are drones allowed at Utah Lake State Park?
No. Drones are not allowed because the park is close to Provo Airport.