Upcoming Utah State Park Events

Old Capital Arts and Living History Festival at Territorial Statehouse State Park Museum Sept 10-11

September 1 Escalante Petrified Forest State Park - Escalante
Geology Hike - A Forest Turned to Stone: How did a forest turn to stone? Discover the answer on a guided hike to the Petrified Forest. Meet at the visitor center at 10 a.m. (435) 826-4466


September 2 Dead Horse Point State Park - Moab
Star Party: Join us for an evening star party complete with a constellation tour. Party lasts from 9 until 10:30 p.m. Meet at the visitor center amphitheater. (435) 259-2614


September 3 Escalante Petrified Forest State Park - Escalante
Starry Skies: Enjoy our famous dark skies as we take a tour through the galaxy using the park telescope. Meet at the visitor center at 8:30 p.m. Dress for cool weather and bring a folding chair. (435) 826-4466


September 4 and 6 Camp Floyd/Stagecoach Inn State Park and Museum - Fairfield
Camp Floyd Days: Camp Floyd State Park, in conjunction with the Utah Territorial Civilian Commission and Utah Civil War Association, host a Civil War Encampment from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This event allows visitors to experience camp life and participate in activities performed by soldiers of Johnston's Army including reenactments, encampments, storytelling, stagecoach rides, firearm and cannon demonstrations, marches, drills, and 1861 period games. (801) 768-8932


September 4 Rock Cliff Nature Center/Jordanelle State Park - Francis
Junior Ranger Program - Take it Outside: September is a great time to be outside. Take a walk with the naturalist and see what there is to discover. Rock Cliff is located on the east side of Jordanelle Reservoir. (435) 782-3030


September 4 Hailstone Recreation Area/Jordanelle State Park - Heber
Falcons up Close: Learn about birds of prey and what makes them unique. Program begins at 7 p.m. Hailstone is located on the west side of Jordanelle Reservoir. (435) 782-3030.


September 10-11 Territorial Statehouse State Park Museum
Fillmore – Experience the Old Capital Arts and Living History Festival at Territorial Statehouse State Park Museum in Fillmore Friday, September 10 and Saturday, September 11 from 10 a.m. until dark. Enjoy living history demonstrations, food, music, craft booths and many activities for all ages.

This year, visitors can enjoy a rare opportunity to view artwork by artist Donald Beauregard. Born in Fillmore, Utah in 1884, Beauregard studied art in France, and was known for his rich colored paintings. Both private and museum-owned collections made this exhibit possible. On Friday, September 10 and 5 p.m., Director of Springville Art Museum Vern Swanson gives an hour-long presentation on Beauregard and his art. For more information, please call 435-743-5316.


September 18 Escalante Petrified Forest State Park - Escalante

Celebrate International Observe the Moon Night! Meet the Earth's nearest neighbor through stories, activities, and observation. Meet at the visitor center at 7:30 p.m. 435-826-4466


September 18 Edge of the Cedars State Park Museum - Blanding
Your Museum Day! Enjoy free admission, backroom tours, movies and activities from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 435-678-2238


September 22 Escalante Petrified Forest State Park - Escalante
Birding Basics: Learn how to identify birds using binoculars, a spotting scope and field guides. Equipment is provided. Meet at the visitor center at 9 a.m. 435-826-4466


September 23 Dead Horse Point State Park - Moab
Full Moon Hike: Join us for a mile-long full moon hike. Meet at the Neck parking area at 7:30 p.m. for this hour-long program. 435-259-2614


September 24 Wasatch Mountain State Park - Midway
Full Moon Hike - Night Noise: Join the park naturalist at 7 p.m. for a three-mile hike along the Visitor Center Trail. Meet at the visitor center and dress for the weather; bring water, and sturdy shoes. 435-654-1791.


September 24 Escalante Petrified Forest State Park - Escalante
Geology Hike - Nature's Artwork: Join the park naturalist on a guided hike through the amazing Petrified Forest. Learn how an ancient forest became fossilized and discover nature's artistry. Meet at the visitor center at 10 a.m. 435-826-4466


September 25 Rock Cliff Nature Center/Jordanelle State Park - Francis
Watershed Festival at Rock Cliff: Join us for the Third Annual Provo River Watershed Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Learn about the watershed you live in through educational booths, live birds, duck derby, crafts, kayaking, fishing and more. Event is free and open to the public. Rock Cliff is located on the east side of Jordanelle Reservoir. http://www.provoriverwatershed.org/  or 435-782-3030


September 29 Escalante Petrified Forest State Park - Escalante
Nature Hike - Nature's Grocery Store: Join the park naturalist on a guided hike through the pinyon-juniper woodlands. Discover how people and wildlife have depended on this important plant community for survival. Meet at the visitor center at 10 a.m. 435-826-4466


September 30 Escalante Petrified Forest State Park - Escalante
Geology Hike: Travel back in time 200 million years! Explore the Escalante region's amazing geology on a guided one-mile hike. Meet at the visitor center at 10 a.m. 435-826-4466