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
3-Hour Guided UTV Tour at Sand Hollow
Drive West Rim trails with guided views across Greater Zion
Guided West Rim UTV Tour in Hurricane
Drive West Rim trails with a guide and Zion-area views
5-Seat UTV Rental in Sand Hollow State Park
Drive a 5-seat Polaris Xpedition across Sand Hollow’s red rocks and dunes
Southern Utah Backcountry ATV & UTV Guided Tour
Ride the Southern Utah backcountry by ATV or UTV with a guide
1-Hour Slingshot Rental in Hurricane
Open-air Slingshot freedom with unlimited miles near Sand Hollow State Park
2-Hour Slingshot Rental in Hurricane
Explore Southern Utah roads in an open-air Slingshot
6-Hour Slingshot Rental Near Sand Hollow State Park
Take the wheel of an open-air Slingshot through Southern Utah
Open-Air Slingshot Rental Near Sand Hollow State Park
Chart your own route through Southern Utah’s red-rock landscapes
2-Seat UTV Rental in Sand Hollow State Park
Tackle Sand Hollow's dunes and red rock in a high-performance 2-seat Polaris
2-Seat UTV Rental Sand Hollow State Park
Ride a Polaris XP 1000 straight from the Sand Hollow trailhead
4-Seat UTV Rental at Sand Hollow State Park
Ride red rocks and dunes with GPS navigation from the Sand Hollow trailhead
2-Seat ATV Rental in Sand Hollow State Park
Ride Sand Hollow's red rocks and dunes straight from the trailhead
2-Hour Sand Hollow State Park UTV Rental
Ride straight onto Sand Hollow’s red rocks, dunes, and off-road trails
4-Hour UTV Rental at Sand Hollow State Park
Ride Sand Hollow trails directly from the trailhead with GPS navigation
4-Seat UTV Rental at Sand Hollow State Park
Tackle Sand Hollow's red rocks and dunes in a 4-seat Polaris
Sand Hollow State Park 6-Hour UTV Rental
Explore Sand Hollow’s red rocks and dunes with direct trail access
8-Hour UTV Rental at Sand Hollow State Park
Explore Sand Hollow’s red rocks and dunes from the trailhead
24-Hour Sand Hollow State Park UTV Rental
Ride straight into Sand Hollow's red rocks and dunes
2-Hour ATV Tour of Sand Hollow State Park
Private ATV riding through Sand Hollow’s rolling dunes and Southern Utah landmarks
Sand Hollow State Park 3-Hour ATV Tour
Drive Southern Utah dunes on a private guided ATV adventure
Sand Hollow State Park ATV Tour
Drive Southern Utah dunes on a private guided ATV adventure
Self-Guided UTV Rental in Hurricane
Explore Sand Mountain's dunes and red-rock trails at your own pace
2-Hour Guided ATV Tour in Sand Hollow
Ride private desert trails to Sand Hollow’s elevated viewpoints
Sand Hollow 3-Hour Private ATV Tour
Climb to Sand Hollow viewpoints on a private guided off-road ride