Fred Hayes State Park at Starvation - United States
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Best time to visit Fred Hayes State Park at Starvation
Late May through early September is the peak window, when reservoir water levels are highest, daytime highs are warm enough for swimming and watersports, and all park facilities are open. June and early September are the sweet spot for RV travelers who want full services with smaller crowds than the July 4 and Labor Day weekends. Spring and fall shoulder seasons offer quiet camping and good fishing, but nights can be cold and some loops or services may be reduced. Winter visits are limited to day use and primitive camping, with snow and ice possible on park roads.
Cold and snowy, day-use access only with limited services
Winter conditions, primitive camping only
Snow possible, water systems may not yet be on
Spring opening for most facilities, cool nights
Reliable camping weather, water still cold
Warm and dry, ideal RV month
Peak season, reservations fill on weekends
Hot days, afternoon thunderstorms possible
Excellent shoulder season, cool nights
Most services wind down, water may shut off late month
Campground water shut off, primitive camping only
Cold, day-use focus with limited campground services
Things to do at Fred Hayes State Park at Starvation
- Boating on Starvation ReservoirRV parking available
Starvation Reservoir is the centerpiece activity of the park, with two paved boat ramps suitable for RV-towed trailers. Open water and quiet coves make it popular for powerboating, water skiing, wakeboarding, and paddling. Boating in Utah requires a valid Utah boating safety certificate for anyone 12 and older operating a motorboat, and all boaters must complete the annual mussel-aware boater course and have proof of completion readily available.
- Fishing for walleye and bassRV parking available
The reservoir is one of Utah's best walleye fisheries and also produces smallmouth bass, yellow perch, and rainbow trout. Anglers fish from boats, the shoreline, and rocky points along the park's many access roads. A current Utah fishing license is required.
- Mountain View Campground stay EasyRV parking available
Mountain View is the main developed campground with paved spurs, water and electric hookups, modern restrooms with showers, and lake views. Sites work well for travel trailers, fifth wheels, and Class A motorhomes. Reservations are strongly recommended for summer weekends.
- Swimming and beach day use EasyRV parking available
The park's day-use beach offers a sandy stretch for swimming, paddling, and picnicking on hot summer days. Restrooms and shaded picnic tables are available nearby, and RV parking is provided in the day-use lot. Water temperatures are most comfortable from late June through August.
- Rabbit Gulch and Knight Hollow primitive camping ModerateRV parking available
Several primitive shoreline camping areas around the reservoir offer quieter, no-hookup sites with vault toilets. These spots are best for self-contained RVs that can boondock for a few days. Access roads are gravel and can be rough after rain.
- Wildlife viewing and birdwatching Easy
Sagebrush flats and reservoir shoreline attract mule deer, pronghorn, raptors, waterfowl, and shorebirds. Early mornings near the inlets and quieter coves offer the best viewing. Bring binoculars and stay on established roads to protect habitat.
- Day trips to the High Uintas Moderate
The park makes a useful base camp for exploring the High Uintas Wilderness and Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest to the north. The Heber-Kamas Ranger District is a busy four-season destination with hiking, fishing lakes, and scenic drives within an hour or two of the park. Many forest roads are unsuitable for large RVs, so use the tow vehicle.
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The trailer was as it was advertised. There was a hiccup with the drop off but the owner communicated with us. No issues. Easy to work with.
melani C. - Jul 2025
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Fred Hayes State Park at Starvation, UT, United States
How to get to Fred Hayes State Park at Starvation
The park entrance is about 4 miles west of Duchesne, Utah on U.S. Highway 40, an easy approach for RVs with no tunnels or low clearances on the main route. From Salt Lake City it is roughly 110 miles, about a 2 hour drive, via I-80 to U.S. 40 over Daniels Summit, a sustained mountain pass that climbs above 8,000 feet and can be slow for heavy rigs and slick in winter. From Vernal it is about 90 minutes east on U.S. 40. Salt Lake City International Airport is the nearest major airport for fly-and-rent RV trips.
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