With more than 43 state parks in Utah, there is never a shortage of places to see and things to do. While some state parks are quite busy and constantly draw a crowd, there are others that are lesser-known and tend to be a more quiet and relaxing place to visit. Scofield State Park is one lesser-known state park in Utah that is perfect for a day trip or even a multi-day vacation. In fact, you’ll never be bored when you visit this Utah State Park.

Scofield State Park is located in central Utah, near the small town of Helper. It is tucked away in the Manti-LaSal Mountains and sits approximately 7,600 feet above sea level.

This state park is home to the 2,800-acre Scofield Reservoir. This large body of water is the perfect place to spend the day in nature.

You will see anglers of all ages come to Scofield Reservoir, which is known for its variety of trout and excellent fishing. Plus, you can fish from the shore or on a boat — both offer excellent opportunities to hook a fish.

You can also just enjoy a day near the water. You can jump into the lake from the dock, swim from shore, or just sit and admire the beauty of the area.

Don’t forget to bring a few canoes or kayaks with you to this Utah state park. Scofield Reservoir is perfect for paddling around, admiring the wildlife, and soaking in the mountain views.

Scofield Reservoir isn’t just an ideal place for the summer either. During the winter, this state park offers excellent ice fishing opportunities, as well as snowmobiling and cross-country skiing.

If you want to sleep under the stars and enjoy a few days disconnected from the world, there are two campgrounds located within this state park: Mountain View Campground and Madsen Bay Campground.

Mountain View Campground is located near the dam and offers beautiful lake views. This campground is ideal for tents and small trailers.

You will find Madsen Bay Campground on the northern shore of the reservoir and it is best for larger camping trailers. Here, you will also find electric and water utilities and paved campsites.

Scofield State Park may be one of the lesser-known state parks in Utah and boast smaller crowds, but it is certainly far from boring.

For more information on this state park, including the two campgrounds, visit the Utah State Parks website.

Have you spent time at Scofield State Park in Utah? What were some of the activities you enjoyed during your visit? What is your favorite state park in Utah? Let us know in the comments!

Do you want to visit even more lesser-known state parks in Utah? Take this road trip to five of these must-visit parks. You will start at Camp Floyd State Park in Fairfield and end at the Frontier Homestead State Park Museum in Cedar City.