The Small Town Reservoir In Utah That's An Idyllic Summer Day Trip
By Courtnie Erickson|Published June 20, 2023
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Courtnie Erickson
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From Southern Utah to the Panhandle in Idaho, Courtnie Erickson has lived in what she believes are the best (and the most beautiful!) areas in the country. She graduated with a journalism degree from Utah State University and has more than 15 years of professional writing experience. You’ll likely see her with a Dr. Pepper in her hand and a pair of running shoes on her feet. Courtnie is a writer and editor at OnlyInYourState.
Antimony, Utah is a small town in Garfield County that many Utahns don’t even know exists. Approximately 200 people live in this community and it is full of natural beauty. While Antimony isn’t at the top of many people’s bucket lists, there is a small body of water that makes for a sweet summer day trip — Otter Creek Reservoir. Located in Otter Creek State Park, this secluded area is perfect for a day on the water, to throw in a fishing line, or even to sleep under the stars.
Otter Creek Reservoir was actually created during one of Utah’s oldest dam projects. Beginning in 1897, construction on the dam began as members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in the area needed irrigation water for farming.
Otter Creek Reservoir is a beautiful place for a day on the water. Bring some kayaks, paddleboards, boats, etc., and explore this small body of water. Pay attention to the crystal-clear color of this reservoir as you float along.
Otter Creek Reservoir is well-known for its excellent fishing. Throw in a line and you may just catch Rainbow, Brown, or Cutthroat Trout, as well as Smallmouth Bass.
If you don’t want to spend all of your time on the water, Otter Creek State Park also provides opportunities for hiking, OHV riding, birding, and so much more. You can easily find something for every member of your family during your visit.
Plus, if you want to turn your day trip into an overnight adventure, Otter Creek State Park features a campground with 50 campsites, a group-use pavilion, and cabins for rent.
Summer isn’t complete without spending some time at the lake. Otter Creek Reservoir, near the small town of Antimony, is one of the best and certainly worthy of a visit.
Have you ever visited Otter Creek State Park in Utah? What is one of your favorite summer day trip destinations in the Beehive State? Let us know in the comments. You can also learn more about Otter Creek Reservoir on the Utah State Park’s website.
Are you searching for another state park in Utah to check out? Here are 12 Utah state parks that are always worthy of a visit.
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