Watch the Sunset at Jordanelle State Park
Find a quiet spot at the Rock Cliff recreation area to watch the sun dip behind the peaks of the Wasatch Back.
Itinerary tips
- 1Enter the park via the Rock Cliff entrance on the eastern tip of the reservoir to avoid the high-traffic Hailstone marina crowds.
- 2Pay the standard Utah State Park day-use fee at the self-service station or display your annual pass before parking in the designated nature center lot.
- 3Bring a camp chair and a pair of binoculars to spot the diverse bird species that frequent the surrounding Provo River inlet.
- 4Plan to arrive at least 45 minutes before the official sunset time to secure a prime bench along the boardwalk or the shoreline trails.
- 5Pack a light jacket even in summer, as the temperature drops rapidly in the valley once the sun retreats behind the peaks.
- 6Utilize the designated paved pathways to protect the sensitive riparian ecosystem while moving between the parking area and the water's edge.
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