PalisadeState Park - Utah |
Palisade State Park is located just outside the small town of Sterling, Utah. The park offers tent, RV, and cabin camping, along with fishing, swimming, non-motorized (and electric motor) boating, golfing, and hiking. Off highway vehicle trails are also accessible from the park.
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Travel Map of Sanpete County, Utah in the BLM Richfield Field Office area. Published by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM).
Motor Vehicle Travel Map (MVTM) of Ferron Price and Sanpete Ranger Districts in Manti-La Sal National Forest (NF) in Utah. Published by the U.S. Forest Service (USFS).
Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM) of Ferron-Price and Sanpete Ranger Districts in Manti-La Sal National Forest (NF) in Utah. Published by the U.S. Forest Service (USFS).
Travel Map of Sevier County, Piute County, Sanpete County, Wayne County West in Utah in the BLM Richfield Field Office area. Published by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM).
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Palisade SP
https://stateparks.utah.gov/parks/palisade/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palisade_State_Park
Palisade State Park is located just outside the small town of Sterling, Utah. The park offers tent, RV, and cabin camping, along with fishing, swimming, non-motorized (and electric motor) boating, golfing, and hiking. Off highway vehicle trails are also accessible from the park.
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Palisade State Park
PO Box 650070
2200 East Palisade Road
Sterling, UT 84665-0070
(435) 835-6676 Office
(435) 835-4653 Golf
(800) 322-3770 Camping reservations
Utah State Parks and Recreation
1594 West North Temple, Ste. 116
PO Box 146001
Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6001
(801) 538-7220
(877) UT-PARKS (toll free)
(801) 538-7458 (TTY)
www.stateparks.utah.gov
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Palisade
State Park
PALISADE
STATE PARK
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ocated in the geographic center of Utah, five
miles south of Manti, Palisade State Park
rests at an elevation of 5,868 feet and is nestled
in a beautiful valley of Sanpete County. Its
picturesque surroundings add a relaxing
dimension to any activity.
Golf 18-holes, paddle or troll on Palisade Lake,
then set up the perfect campsite. This park
offers something for everyone, from its desert
canyon golf course, RV and tent camping, to
access for off-highway vehicle riding in nearby
Six-Mile Canyon.
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amp, fish, swim, golf, hike, paddle and boat (electric
motors only) at Palisade State Park. Winter activities include ice fishing, cross-country skiing, ice skating,
and an occasional off-season golf tournament.
Pitch a tent or pull an RV into one of 55 campsites,
with nine full hook-up sites. One day-use and two
overnight group areas are available for family reunions
and other gatherings. Modern restrooms with hot
water showers, culinary water, and sewage disposal
station also are available.
Hike, hunt in season, or ride off-highway vehicles in nearby Six-Mile Canyon, which provides access to Skyline
Drive - a 10,000-foot-high road along the crest of the
spectacular Wasatch Plateau.
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GUIDELINES
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Please observe these park regulations
to ensure a safe and pleasant visit:
he 18-hole golf course, which is 6,360 yards from
the back tee markers, offers some of the most
challenging putting greens in the state. Many players
regard the par-three, signature hole #4 to be among
the best anywhere.
The pro shop is staffed by a PGA professional and
provides a full range of services, including a snack bar
that serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, golf supplies and
attire. Tee times are accepted up to seven days in advance
by calling (435) 835-4653. Applications for group
reservations are accepted.
PLANTS AND ANIMALS
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reas surrounding Palisade are of a semiarid terrain
with juniper and pinyon pine trees, sagebrush,
rabbit brush, and low-growing cactus. Native grasses
and wildflowers fill in open spaces.
In summer, rock chucks, squirrels, and hares are common on the lower slopes. Birds include flickers, kingfishers, hawks, jays, and swallows. A favorite sighting is the
beautiful Western tanager. From fall through spring,
visitors may sight mule deer, elk, bald eagles, great blue
heron, and migratory waterfowl. All plants, animals,
minerals, and other natural features within the park are
protected, and it is unlawful to remove, alter, or destroy
them. Please do not tie or hang anything in the trees.
PALISADE HISTORY
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unk’s Lake was created in 1873 by enterprising
pioneer Daniel B. Funk, who wanted surrounding
settlers to have a place to relax and recreate.
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discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
For information or complaints regarding discrimination, contact: Executive
Director, Utah Department of Natural Resources, P.O. Box 145610, Salt Lake
City, UT 84114-5610 or Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, 1801
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For reservations call:
Utah Division of State Parks
Administrative Office
1594 W. North Temple, Suite 116
P.O. Box 146001
Salt Lake City, Utah 84114-6001
801-538-7220
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Field Guide
Utah State Parks
Plan your trip
Utah State Parks are open every day except for Thanksgiving and Christmas.
For individual park hours visit our website stateparks.utah.gov.
Utah State Park Locations
Reservations
Secure a campsite, pavilion, group area, or boat slip in advance by
calling 800-322-3770 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday through Friday, or visit
stateparks.utah.gov.
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225 miles
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230 miles
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Sawtooth National Forest
155 miles to
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the state’s scenic byways. In total, Utah’s distinct topography provides
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1. Logan Canyon National Scenic Byway
2. Bear Lake Scenic Byway
3. Ogden River Scenic Byway
4. Great Salt Lake Legacy Parkway
5. Mirror Lake Scenic Byway
6. Big Cottonwood Canyon Scenic Byway
7. Little Cottonwood Canyon Scenic Byway
8. Provo Canyon Scenic Byway
9. Nebo Loop National Scenic Byway
10. Energy Loop: Huntington & Eccles Canyon Ntl. Scenic Byway
11. Flaming Gorge–Uintas National Scenic Byway
12. Dinosaur Diamond Prehistoric Highway–Ntl. Scenic Byway
13. Dead Horse Mesa Scenic Byway
14. Potash–Lower Colorado River Scenic Byway
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15. Beaver Canyon Scenic Byway
16. Fish Lake Scenic Byway
17. Capitol Reef Country Scenic Byway
18. Scenic Byway 12 All-American Road
19. Utah’s Patchwork Parkway National Scenic Byway
20. Cedar Breaks Scenic Byway
21. Markagunt High Plateau Scenic Byway
22. Mount Carmel Scenic Byway
23. Bicentennial Highway
24. Indian Creek Scenic Byway
25. Trail of the Ancients National Scenic Byway
26. Kolob Fingers Road Scenic Byway
27. Zion Park Scenic Byway
GUIDE CONTENTS
HIGHLIGHTS
DINOSAUR DIAMOND PREHISTORIC
HIGHWAY NATIONAL SCENIC BY WAY
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ALL-AMERICAN ROAD:
SCENIC BYWAY 12
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GREAT SALT LAKE LEGACY PARKWAY SCENIC BY WAY
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MIRROR LAKE SCENIC BY WAY
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BIG COTTONWOOD CANYON SCENIC BY WAY
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