Sand Hollow is Southwest Utah's most popular water playground, pairing a warm 1,300-acre reservoir ringed by red sandstone with direct access to 15,000 acres of dunes on Sand Mountain. Boaters, jet skiers, and paddlers share the water with cliff jumpers at the famous red rock island and coves, while OHV riders roll straight from the campground onto the dunes. Its combination of red sand beaches, warm water, and slickrock scenery makes it a one-of-a-kind destination.
| Category | State Park |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Hurricane |
| Top activities | Boating and wakeboarding, Jet skiing, Cliff jumping at the island (designated areas), OHV riding on Sand Mountain dunes, Paddleboarding and kayaking, Camping and beach swimming |
| Best time to visit | April through October for water sports; the water is warmest June-September. Spring and fall offer smaller crowds and ideal temperatures for dune riding. |
| Entrance fee | $25 per vehicle (Utah residents), $35 per vehicle (non-residents), $10 senior residents, $5 walk-in/bike (2026) |
| Permits | Utah fishing license required to fish. OHVs must be registered (non-resident OHV permits available online); Utah OHV education certificate required for youth riders. Boats must complete mussel-aware decontamination certification. |
Visitor tip: Arrive before 10 a.m. on summer weekends and holidays -- the park regularly hits capacity and gates temporarily close once parking fills.
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