Affleck Park in spring
 General Park Information
Historical Background
How do I get to Affleck Park?
Reservations
When is the park open?
Speed Limit and Safety
Walking/Jogging
Dogs
Wildlife
Fishing
Hunting
General Park Information
Affleck Park is located in Dell Canyon around mile marker 6 on State
Highway 65. The park is surrounded by aspen trees and beautiful
canyon scenery. The Mormon Pioneer Trail goes right through the
park.
Affleck Park is within the Parley's Canyon Protected Watershed and
falls under the guidelines and restrictions of the Salt Lake City
Chapter 17.04 Watershed Ordinance. Based on these ordinances and
department policy the following restrictions apply to this
recreation site:
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Public Area fees are
$10 per vehicle, per day
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No potable water
services
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Dogs and other
domesticated animals are prohibited
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No swimming, wading,
bathing, or washing in the river
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Maximum stay allowed
is 4 days and 5 nights
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No dirt bikes, or
ATVs allowed
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Biking or hiking off
posted trails is prohibited
Historical Background
Dell Canyon
is rich in history. This area was part of a major emigration trail to
the west. The first group of pioneers to travel through the area was the
Donner-Reed Party in 1846. The Mormon Pioneers who settled in the Salt
Lake Valley used the trail from 1847 to 1860. The trail was also the
Pony Express trail from 1860 to 1861. Native Americans also frequented
the area for thousands of years.
How do I get to Affleck Park ?
From exit 134 on I-80 go north on State Highway 65 for six miles. If
you're coming from Emigration Canyon follow the canyon road all the
way to Highway 65, then turn north.
Reservations
Click here to see area map (PDF)
To
make a reservation,
click here.
Reservation Area 2 with a capacity of 45 people/10 cars: Weekdays,
$50/day. Weekends (Fri, Sat, Sun), $100/day
Reservation Area 3 with a capacity of 90 people/14 cars: Weekdays,
$100/day. Weekends (Fri, Sat, Sun), $200/day
When is the park open?
Affleck Park is open for
picnicking and camping 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from Memorial
Weekend until October 31st.
Speed Limit & Safety
Recreation area speed
limit is 15 mph for all motorized and non-motorized travel (including
bicycles). Failure to observe bicycle and vehicle speed restrictions may
result in citations and serious injury. Drive, Bike, Run and Walk
Safely! The picnic area is used extensively by runners, walkers,
bicyclists, and maintenance vehicles. Be aware that maintenance vehicles
may be on the road at any time!
Walkers, Joggers and Strollers
Pedestrians should stay on the road and trails
Dogs
Dogs and other domesticated animals are prohibited in this area.
Fishing
Fishing is
allowed in accordance with the current fishing proclamation issued by
the
Utah Division of Wildlife Resources. Only artificial flies & lures
may be used. Anglers must wear clean waders while in the stream. Please
clean and dispose of fish waste outside the canyon to protect the water
supply and keep the area clean for others.
Wildlife
Affleck Park is home to many wild animals. This affords a unique
opportunity to observe deer, moose, elk, badger, cougar and many
other animals in their natural habitat. Common sense is the rule:
keep a safe distance and do not approach wild animals such as cougar
and moose! See related article
Animals of the Wasatch Front Watershed and information provided
by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources on what to look for and
do when encountering wildlife in the Watershed.
Hunting
Hunting is prohibited in the campground. However, hunting access to
the surrounding areas by foot will be allowed during normal
operation seasons and hours.
Questions about Affleck Park or for reservations, please call
Watershed Management at (801) 483-6705.
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