Quail Creek Lake

With over 600 surface acres and eight miles of shoreline, Quail Creek boasts some of the warmest waters in the state during the summer.  The vivid blue waters in contrast to the red rock landscapes of Southern Utah makes Quail Lake a popular destination for fishing, waterskiing, boating, camping and picnicking.

Quail Creek reservoir was completed in 1985 to provide irrigation and culinary water to the St. George area. Most of the water in the reservoir does not come from Quail Creek, but is diverted from the Virgin River and transported through a buried pipeline.

The maximum depth of Quail Creek can reach 120 feet, so it is cold enough to sustain the stocked rainbow trout, bullhead catfish, and crappie. Largemouth bass, which are also stocked, and bluegill thrive in the warmer, upper layers of the reservoir.

Camping

Facilities include 23 developed campsites, three of which are accessible to the disabled.  Also two large group pavilions and public restrooms.   Cost is $12 per night per campsite.  Reservations are accepted for individual campsites by calling 800-322-3770.

Entrance Fees

A $7 day-use permit covers use of watercraft launches. $70 Annual Passes are available at the Quail Creek State Park Office.

Getting There

Traveling north from St. George via I-15 take Exit 16, then travel three miles east on Hwy. U9, then turn left onto Hwy U318 to the park entrance.

For more information about Quail Creek Reservoir State Park, check out their website at www.utah.com/stateparks

Quail Creek Reservoir State Park
PO BOX 1943
St. George, Ut 84771
435-879-2378