Description - Scofield Dam, Scofield Project, is on the Price River, a tributary of the Green River, about 22 miles northwest of Price, Utah. Recreation management at Scofield Reservoir is performed by the Utah Division of Parks and Recreation under agreement with the Bureau of Reclamation. 448-9449 Winter: (435) 687-2491
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- This recreation area is situated north of Scofield, Utah at an elevation of 7,620 feet. The Reservoir has a surface area of about 2,800 acres when full. Managed recreation season is May through November with high use on holidays, weekends. During winter months, ice fishing is available. Common fish species include walleye, smallmouth bass, and brown trout. Fees charged. Reservations accepted for some campsites. Scofield Reservoir and Scofield U.S. Geological Service maps cover the area. Stream fishing is available below the dam on the Price River. Phone - Summer: (435)
Recreation - Visitors of Scofield Reservoir can enjoy; biking, boating, camping, fishing, hiking, hunting, picnicking, recreational vehicles and winter sports. Climate - The climate of Utah varies with the terrain. Visitors to the mountains will experience cool summer nights and passing storms that can alter a sunny day very quickly. Be prepared with layers when recreating in the mountains.
The deserts and canyons of Utah can be dangerous places. Summer temperatures often reach above 100 degrees F, so be sure to carry water on all adventures. Flash floods in the canyons are also a threat. It is difficult to predict incoming weather when deep within a canyon so check reports before venturing into any narrow canyon areas. Location -
Scofield Reservoir is located 3 miles north of Scofield. All weather access. From Salt Lake City, Utah, take I-15 south to Spanish Fork exit (highway 6). Take Highway 6 for about 50 miles, turn right onto Highway 96. Reservoir is about 10 miles further.
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