Fairview Lakes

About Fairview Lakes

Fairview Lakes offer a unique opportunity to live on the lakefront in Utah's panoramic countryside, surrounded by Great Salt Lake and its surroundings. The lake itself is privately owned and owned by Cotonwood and Gooseberry Irrigation, which leases the land for the long term. It became the main storage facility and the largest of its kind in the United States in 1869 through a small dam.

The other lake is only about 20 hectares in size, but it is a popular fly and fishing spot and the largest of its kind in the United States. The second lake, normally called Great Salt Lake, is the second largest in Utah, but much larger, 105 acres.

The area is a rare blend of public and private interests, with fishing controlled by the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and fishing by the Fairview Lakes Association. The reservoir provides a good source of water for trout fishing, fishing and hunting.

Rainbow trout are farmed by the Utah Department of Wildlife Resources, and rainbow trout from the Great Salt Lake Reservoir.

The lake is only ice-free and many anglers come in the summer to try their luck, but rainbow fishermen have the upper hand.

There are no native fish on the lake, but with the exception of a small number of perches and a few trout, they are not native to the area.

The lake attracts a wide variety of wildlife, including deer and elk, and is suitable for canoeing along the wooded shore of the lake, as well as kayaking and fishing. No motors are allowed on Fairview Lakes, but there is no property, so canoes can be paddled from the shore to the edge of the water.

While some owners come with their mobile homes, the other plots are often empty in the summer months, with only a few visitors per day.

The preferred means of transport for road upgrades is the off-road vehicle, and many local residents use their property as a starting point for ORV hikes in the area. Many national forest trails nearby are designated for motorized SUVs, but mountain biking, horseback riding and hiking are the main activities of choice for many of the residents of Fairview Lake and their families.

The Fairview Lakes area, with a population of just over 1,000, is one of the most remote areas in Utah, with plenty of snow in the winter months. Skyline Drive and Utah Highway 31 are plowed, while Salt Lake City is just two hours north. Fairviews Lake is located on the west side of Lake Mead National Park, north of Cedar City, Utah.

The area is surrounded by several snowmobile trails, and the Fairview Trailhead parking lot is a few miles north of Fairviews Lakes, while the Millers Flat Trailheads are nearby.

Snowmobiles are one of the most popular forms of snowmobiling in the region, with over 140 miles of groomed trails that are popular during the snow season. The trails are easy and suitable for all riders, but more experienced snowmobilers can venture out for a more challenging ride on the surrounding hills.

Cross-country skiing is a popular activity on many of the non-motorized trails, and certain areas are reserved for snowkiting and hang gliding. There are a number of cross-country ski trails, snowshoeing and snowboarding, as well as a variety of other leisure activities.

This area of the national forest requires an access pass, which is available from the USDA Forest Service Ranger Station. Additional permits are required for camping, and access passes are also available from the ranger station at Fairview Lake.

Fairview Lakes is not the only water available for fishing in this area, but there are often special fishing regulations that must be followed. A fishing license is required for all fishing activities in the Fairview Lake area and all other areas of the national forest.

Several campsites are located in the area, which extend across the US Forest Service grounds, and some offer a wide range of activities such as hiking, camping, fishing and camping. Private accommodations are available in several of the surrounding areas of Fairview Lake, which offers a wealth of accommodations for visitors. The area is large enough to meet the needs of the holiday-makers and offers many opportunities for camping and other outdoor activities as well as recreation.

Near Fairview Lakes, you can rent a private boat, ramp or even a boat from the US Forest Service or the Utah Department of Natural Resources.

Two hours away is Salt Lake City, a unique tourist destination that offers history, culture and unusual sights. It features the unique temple square that shaped the Mormon heritage, as well as a variety of restaurants, shops and hotels. You can spend the whole day driving along the side roads and enjoying the scenic meadows full of wildflowers. For a less active vacation, explore the abandoned farms of Utah State Park and the historic center of Fairview.

Central Utah is full of salt flats and green meadows surrounded by streams flooded by melting mountain snow. Directly to the west is the ever-changing salt basin with its salt lakes and salt ponds. The strong salty water, where you can wade or swim, offers a unique view of the Salt Lake City skyline and the Utah State Capitol.

A lucky few will be able to book private homes and vacation homes overlooking Fairview Lakes. Land near the state forest is available as cultivated land, but no land near Fairviews Lakes with existing homes or buildable properties.

Lift your kayak out of the luggage rack of your car, attach your trailer to your SUV, pack your hiking boots and start your Fairview Lakes adventure. Bring your fly rod and your favorite fly, bring your fishing gear and a bag full of food, water, snacks and snacks.