Why it may soon cost more for out-of-state residents to visit Utah state parks

The Utah Division of State Parks is exploring the idea of raising the cost of entrance at state parks for out-of-state residents.

SALT LAKE CITY — Rep. Walt Brooks, R-St. George, recently visited the Gunlock State Park campground and was dismayed with what he saw.

This is a growing issue, especially in state parks close to St. George, says Scott Strong, deputy director of the Utah Division of State Parks. He explained to the committee that growth in the parks' popularity has sometimes led to "issues that we have to address," particularly with visitors who aren't as familiar with outdoor recreation etiquette.

Strong pointed out there are two state parks — a pair of golf courses — that already charge out-of-state residents 15% more than in-state residents, and Bear Lake and Sand Hollow state parks also charge more for people who live outside of Utah. The division reviewed situations where out-of-state residents do pay more than residents, such as for tuition and hunting licenses, and found out-of-state residents typically pay about three times more, he added.

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