Things to do nearSand Hollow State Park
Sand Hollow State Park in Hurricane, Utah offers a striking desert reservoir, vivid sandstone dunes, and year-round outdoor adventure in the heart of Washington County.
Sand Hollow State Park sits in the warm high desert of Washington County, Utah, a region shaped over millennia by wind, water, and the slow erosion of Navajo sandstone into the sweeping red and orange formations that define the landscape today. The park centers on Sand Hollow Reservoir, completed in the early 2000s as a water storage and recreation project, which quickly became one of southern Utah's most popular outdoor destinations. The reservoir stretches across more than 1,300 acres when full, offering boating, waterskiing, fishing, and swimming against a backdrop that feels almost improbably scenic.
Anglers pursue largemouth bass and bluegill in the reservoir's warmer coves, while boaters spread out across the open water on busy summer weekends. Adjacent to the water, the Sand Mountain Recreation Area draws off-highway vehicle enthusiasts to its rolling dunes and open sand flats, a separate but connected experience that gives the park a dual character unusual among Utah state parks.
Hikers and photographers find rewarding terrain along the park's trails, where the reddish Navajo sandstone rises in smooth, rounded formations that glow deepest at sunrise and late afternoon. The town of Hurricane sits just minutes away, with basic services and proximity to Zion National Park making Sand Hollow a natural base for a broader southern Utah itinerary. The park's combination of water recreation, desert scenery, and accessible adventure makes it a genuinely distinctive stop in a region already rich with natural landmarks.
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Chance of rainTips for visiting Sand Hollow State Park
Visit during late spring or early fall to enjoy comfortable temperatures and thinner crowds at the reservoir and OHV areas.
Try launching a kayak or stand-up paddleboard from the main boat ramp for an unhurried view of the surrounding sandstone formations from the water.
Bring water shoes, as the sandy shoreline transitions quickly to submerged rocks that can be slippery near the swim areas.
Ride the Sand Mountain OHV area in the morning hours when the sand is cooler and firmer, making for better traction on the dunes.
Camp at the park's campground to catch the desert night sky, which is remarkably clear this far from major city light pollution.
Top tours & experiences near Sand Hollow State Park
Guided Paddleboard & Kayak Eco Tour at Quail Creek
Paddle Quail Creek with a certified guide and explore desert lake cliffs and coves
Kayak & SUP Rental at Quail Creek State Park
Rent a kayak, stand-up paddleboard, or fat bike right on the lake
Guided Jeep Off-Road Tour in Sand Hollow State Park
Private guided Jeep tour on Sand Hollow’s challenging off-road trails
2-Hour Guided UTV Tour Near Sand Hollow State Park
Ride a family-friendly UTV route near Sand Hollow State Park
2-Hour Sand Hollow State Park ATV & UTV Tour
Drive your own ATV or UTV on Sand Hollow trails with gear and GPS map included
2-Hour Dark Sky UTV Tour Near Sand Hollow State Park
Drive a self-guided UTV at sunset and stop for stargazing near Sand Hollow State Park
Ride a 5-Seat UTV Rental at Sand Hollow State Park
Rent a 5-seat Polaris Xpedition at Sand Hollow trailhead—no trailer needed
Boat Rental at Quail Creek State Park
Rent a boat at Quail Creek for 6 hours of cruising or watersports
Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board Rental
Rent an inflatable stand up paddle board for 5.5 or 8.5 hours
Drive a 3-Hour Guided UTV Tour in Hurricane
Drive your own guided UTV through Hurricane Sand Dunes, with helmets and snacks included
4-Hour ATV Or UTV Guided Tour Near Sand Hollow
Ride to Southern Utah sand dunes and red rock views on a beginner-friendly guided tour
Ride a 3-Hour ATV or UTV Tour Near Sand Hollow
Choose an ATV or UTV ride to red rock overlooks and sand dunes near Sand Hollow
Sunset ATV & UTV Tour Near St. George
Ride ATV or UTV to red rocks and sand dunes as the sun sets
Ride an ATV or UTV Guided Tour Near Sand Hollow
Explore red rock formations and sand dunes by ATV or UTV near Sand Hollow
Southern Utah Backcountry ATV & UTV Guided Tour
Ride the Southern Utah backcountry by ATV or UTV with a guide
Guided 2-Hour Scuba Dive at Sand Hollow Reservoir
Dive Sand Hollow Reservoir wrecks with a guide—photos shared within 24 hours
1-Hour Slingshot Rental Near Sand Hollow State Park
Drive a Polaris Slingshot with unlimited miles near Sand Hollow State Park
2-Hour Slingshot Rental Near Sand Hollow State Park
Ride a Polaris Slingshot with unlimited miles near Sand Hollow State Park
2-Hour UTV Rental in Sand Hollow State Park
Ride Sand Hollow trails with a trailhead UTV rental
3-Hour Slingshot Rental Near Sand Hollow State Park
Ride a Polaris Slingshot with unlimited miles near Sand Hollow State Park
Ride a 3-Hour UTV Rental at Sand Hollow State Park
Rent a UTV at the Sand Hollow trailhead and hit 50,000 acres of trails
4-Hour Slingshot Rental Near Sand Hollow State Park
Cruise Southern Utah roads on a 4-hour Slingshot with unlimited miles
4-Hour UTV Rental in Sand Hollow State Park
Ride Sand Hollow trails and dunes with a 4-hour UTV rental at the trailhead
Ride a Slingshot Near Sand Hollow State Park
Cruise Southern Utah with a 6-hour Polaris Slingshot rental
Ride a 6-Hour UTV Rental at Sand Hollow State Park
Rent a UTV at the Sand Hollow trailhead and hit 50,000 acres of trails
8-Hour Slingshot Rental Near Sand Hollow State Park
Rent an open-air Slingshot with unlimited miles near Sand Hollow State Park
8-Hour UTV Rental in Sand Hollow State Park
Ride from the Sand Hollow trailhead with helmets, goggles, and GPS included
24-Hour Slingshot Rental Near Hurricane, UT
Rent a Polaris Slingshot with unlimited miles near Sand Hollow State Park
Ride a Full-Day UTV Rental in Sand Hollow State Park
Rent a UTV at Sand Hollow trailhead and ride 50,000 acres of dunes and red rock
Polaris Slingshot Rental Near Sand Hollow State Park
Ride a Polaris Slingshot with unlimited miles near Sand Hollow State Park
2-Hour Private ATV Tour Near Hurricane & Sand Hollow
Ride a private ATV tour through Sand Hollow State Park sand dunes
Ride a Private 3-Hour ATV Tour at Sand Hollow
Drive Sand Mountain dunes on a private 3-hour ATV tour from Hurricane
4-Hour Private ATV Tour to Sand Hollow State Park
Ride a private ATV tour across Sand Hollow’s dunes from Hurricane
Ride a 2-Seat UTV Rental at Sand Hollow State Park
Rent a 2-seat Polaris UTV and start riding from the Sand Hollow trailhead
Rent a 4-Seat UTV in Sand Hollow State Park
Rent a 4-seat Polaris Pro XP4 at the Sand Hollow trailhead—helmets and GPS included
2-Hour Self-Guided UTV/ATV Ride in Sand Hollow
Ride sand dunes on a 2-hour self-guided UTV/ATV route to the Flintstone House
2-Hour Self-Guided UTV Ride at Sand Hollow Dunes
Rip across Sand Hollow dunes on a 2-hour UTV ride
2-Seat Polaris ATV Rental in Sand Hollow State Park
Rent a 2-seat ATV at the Sand Hollow trailhead and ride dunes and red rock trails
2-Hour UTV Rental in Sand Hollow State Park
Ride a UTV or ATV from the Sand Hollow trailhead with GPS navigation
4-Hour UTV Rental at Sand Hollow State Park
Ride Sand Hollow trails with a UTV rental and direct trailhead access
4-Seat UTV Rental in Sand Hollow State Park
Rent a 4-seat Polaris UTV at the Sand Hollow trailhead
6-Hour UTV Rental in Sand Hollow State Park
Ride Sand Hollow trails with direct trailhead access and included helmets and goggles
Ride a UTV Rental in Sand Hollow State Park
Rent a UTV for 8 hours with direct trail access at Sand Hollow
ATV & Ropes Course Guided Tour Near Sand Hollow
Ride UTV trails near Sand Hollow, then take on a 5-story ropes course
Self-Guided 2-Hour UTV Tour in Sand Hollow
Drive your own UTV for 2 hours on Sand Hollow trails with helmets, goggles, and GPS map
1-Day UTV Rental in Sand Hollow State Park
Rent a UTV at Sand Hollow trailhead and hit the trails fast
2-Hour Private ATV Tour at Sand Hollow State Park
Ride a private ATV tour across Sand Hollow’s sand dunes
Private 3-Hour ATV Tour at Sand Hollow State Park
Drive ATV sand dunes on a 3-hour private tour near Hurricane
4-Hour Private ATV Tour in Hurricane & Sand Hollow
Drive Sand Hollow sand dunes on a 4-hour private ATV tour
2-Hour Self-Guided ATV/UTV Ride at Sand Hollow
Drive your own UTV or ATV across Sand Mountain with a GPS map and gear included
2-Hour Private ATV Tour in Sand Hollow State Park
Climb to Sand Hollow’s Top of the World on a private 2-hour ATV ride
3-Hour Private ATV Tour at Sand Hollow State Park
Ride the Top of the World trail on a private Sand Hollow ATV tour
4-Hour Private ATV Tour in Sand Hollow State Park
Ride to Top of the World on a private Sand Hollow ATV tour
Drive a 2-Hour West Rim UTV Tour Near Hurricane
Drive your own UTV on Southern Utah’s West Rim trails
Dinosaur Tracks UTV Tour Near Sand Hollow State Park
Ride a UTV to desert dinosaur tracks near Sand Hollow State Park
2-Hour Sunrise UTV Tour in Greater Zion
Catch sunrise on a guided UTV ride near Sand Hollow State Park
2-Hour Sand Hollow Couples UTV Guided Tour With Meal
Ride side by side on a guided Sand Hollow UTV tour with lunch or dinner
Guided 2-Hour UTV Tour at Sand Hollow State Park
Ride a guided, family-friendly UTV route near Sand Hollow State Park
2-Hour Guided UTV Tour Near Zion National Park
Ride a guided UTV through Southern Utah trails near Zion views
Ride a UTV & Rappel in Greater Zion
Drive a UTV, then rappel into a private box canyon near Greater Zion
Ride a 2-Hour Guided UTV Tour Near Sand Hollow
Drive a guided UTV through The Squeeze near Sand Hollow State Park
Drive a 2-Hour Guided UTV Tour in Hurricane
Drive your own UTV on West Rim trails near Sand Hollow
Women-Only 2-Hour Guided UTV Tour Near Sand Hollow
Ride a women-only guided UTV through Southern Utah trails near Sand Hollow State Park
3-Hour Guided UTV Tour in Hurricane, Utah
Drive a UTV on West Rim trails with a guide near Sand Hollow
Bring Your Own Vehicle Guided 4x4 Tour at Sand Hollow
Bring your own off-road rig on a private guided tour at Sand Hollow State Park
Drive a Guided 2-Hour UTV Tour in Hurricane
Drive your own Can-Am X3 on a guided 2-hour Hurricane Sand Dunes tour
Drive a Guided 4-Hour Sand Hollow UTV Tour
Drive your own UTV on a 4-hour guided Sand Hollow and Hurricane dunes tour
Ride a Guided UTV Tour in Hurricane Sand Dunes
Tour-guide driven Can-Am X3 UTV ride on Hurricane Sand Dunes
Ride a 2-Hour UTV Tour in Hurricane Sand Dunes
Ride with a guide on a 2-hour Hurricane Sand Dunes UTV tour for up to 3 riders