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Author: Utah DWR

Serve the people of Utah as trustee and guardian of the state's protected wildlife.  Strengthen support for wildlife management by demonstrating the value and importance of wildlife to all Utahns.  Conserve, enhance, and actively manage Utah's protected wildlife populations.

Revitalizing Over 148,000 Acres, Including Cedar Valley, Through Utah’s Watershed Restoration Initiative in 2022-23

Dive into the fascinating world of Utah’s Watershed Restoration Initiative, a powerhouse program dedicated to enhancing and reviving vital ecosystems across the state. In the fiscal year spanning from July 2022 to June 2023, this initiative achieved a remarkable feat, transforming a whopping 148,883 acres of land in Utah, with some impactful projects right in… Read more
Categories: Development / Wildlife

DWR Reports Busy Labor Day Weekend

During Labor Day weekend, the Utah Department of Wildlife Resources and partner agencies conducted rigorous inspections and watercraft decontaminations, inspecting 4,299 boats and performing 133 decontaminations statewide to prevent the spread of invasive quagga mussels. The Lake Powell area accounted for 1,194 boat inspections and 45 decontaminations. This effort was in response to the threat… Read more
Categories: Recreation and Parks / Wildlife

DWR Extends Closure Of 7 Utah County Wildlife Management Areas (WMA) Until End of April

The Utah Department of Wildlife and Natural Resources has closed 7 Utah county wildlife management areas until April 30th. These areas are usually open to the public on April 8th. The Utah County areas include these Wildlife Management Areas: Timpanogos, Dairy Fork, Lake Fork, Birdseye, Lasson Draw, Spencer Fork, and Santaquin. DWR closes 24 wildlife… Read more
Categories: Wildlife