Water Activities

Enjoy the many lakes and reservoirs found throughout the forests, such as Kents Lake, Forsyth Reservoir, and Big Lake. Only a few lakes on the forest are large enough to allow motorized boating. Be sure to check regulations with your local district office and visit Utah Department of Recreation for more information.

*Please note, all watercraft users in Utah, including paddleboards and kayaks, must complete an annual Mussel-Aware Boater Course and have proof of completion readily available

Boating - Motorized

Only a few lakes on the forest are large enough to allow motorized boating. The larger lakes on the forest that allow boats with motors include:

Fish Lake
Johnson Valley Reservoir
Mill Meadow Reservoir

Trolling is a favorite method anglers use on these lakes. For more information on motorized boating and fishing in Utah, please visit the Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation. For more information, contact your local district office or visit the Utah Department of Recreation website. For other general questions regarding watercraft restrictions, please contact the Utah Department of Recreation via email: boating@utah.gov. or by phone: (801) 538-5500

Boating - Non-Motorized

Numerous small lakes and ponds on the forest may be explored and enjoyed using small non-motorzized boats including canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, rafts, as well as float/fish tubes.

*A non-motorized boat is any boat or vessel that is not powered by a motor or engine, instead relying on human power (i.e. paddles or oars), or wind power like sails for propulsion

For more information, contact your local district office or visit the Utah Department of Recreation website For other general questions regarding watercraft restrictions, please contact the Utah Department of Recreation via email: boating@utah.gov. or by phone: (801) 538-5500