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Little Dell Recreation facilities will be opened to the public on May 18, 1999, according to Russ Hone, Watershed Manager. The recreation area is part of the Little Dell Lake project completed in 1992. The facility is a fee area. Questions regarding Little Dell Recreation should be directed by dialing 801-483-6705.
Welcome to Little Dell Reservoir. This area is a sensitive watershed and critical water supply for Salt Lake City.
Please assist us in protecting this area by complying with the following rules:
- No fires or charcoal grills allowed. (Propane/Camp stoves only)
- Speed Limit 15 MPH
- No motorized boats allowed. Hand Launch only.
- No swimming or wading
- Fishing allowed as per Utah State Proclamation. This is a catch & release area with artificial flies & lures only. (No Bait Fishing No Hunting allowed)
- Use restrooms and garbage cans
- Park in designated areas only
- Stay on improved trails
- No camping
- Dogs are prohibited
- Stay away from & off of the dam
- No RV access or use
- Access hours are 8:00 am to 8:00 pm
- Anyone creating a nuisance will be asked to leave
- No drinking water available.
The Recreation Area Features:
39 Acres of recreation area.
249 Acres of water surface area at gross pool.
56 Picnic Tables
2 Hand Boat Launches
4 Restroom Facilities
135 Parking Spaces
Approximately 3½ miles of trail
BACKGROUND
The Little Dell Lake Project was built for Flood control, Municipal Water Supply, Fishing and Wildlife enhancement a joint venture between the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Metropolitan Water District of Salt Lake City and Salt Lake County. The reservoir has a maximum capacity of 20,500 acre feet of water; the dam is 224 feet high and 1700 feet in length.
This area is rich in history and has an abundance of wildlife for viewing. Some types of wildlife you may see are: mule deer elk, moose, coyotes, raccoons, different types of squirrels, small birds and large birds of prey, and many other species. (REMEMBER THESE ANIMALS ARE WILD AND NOT PETS)
The first group of pioneers to travel through the area was the Donner-Reed party in 1846. Then the trail was used from 1847 to 1860 by the Mormon Pioneers who settled in the Salt Lake Valley. The trail was also the Pony Express trail from 1860 to 1861. However, the first people who frequented this area were the Native Americans and they were here for hundreds or even thousands of years. Again enjoy your visit and assist in protecting this watershed area. |
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Questions can also be sent by e-mail to: russ.hone@ci.slc.ut.us