Quail Creek State Park

Quail Creek State Park

Hurricane, Washington County, UT
1mi²
897.00ft
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Lake Information

Quail Creek Reservoir is a popular recreation area located in Washington County, Utah, that was completed in 1985. The reservoir was built to provide irrigation and culinary water to the St. George area, and most of the water in the reservoir is diverted from the Virgin River and transported through a buried pipeline. The Quail Creek Dam is formed by two dams: the main dam, which is an earth-fill embankment dam, and the south dam, which is a roller-compacted concrete dam. The south dam was constructed to replace the original earth-fill dam that failed in the early hours of New Year's Day in 1989. The reservoir has a surface area of 590 acres and a maximum depth of 120 feet, making it cold enough to sustain stocked rainbow trout, bullhead catfish, and crappie. Largemouth bass and bluegill, which are also stocked, thrive in the warmer, upper layers of the reservoir. The state park has become a popular destination for fishing, boating, and swimming. Anglers can fish from the shore or from boats, which can be rented from the park marina. There is also a fish cleaning station located at the park. In addition to fishing, Quail Creek Reservoir offers a variety of recreational opportunities for visitors. The park has a sandy beach area that is perfect for swimming and sunbathing. The beach is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day and has a designated swimming area that is monitored by lifeguards. The park also has picnic areas with tables and barbecue grills, as well as a playground for children. Hiking trails and mountain biking trails are available nearby. Quail Creek Reservoir is located at an elevation of 3,300 feet, which provides stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The park is open year-round, but some facilities are only available during certain times of the year. Visitors are encouraged to check with the park before planning their trip to ensure that all facilities are open and available. Overall, Quail Creek Reservoir is a beautiful and popular recreation area that provides a variety of activities for visitors to enjoy.

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Current Conditions

85°F°
Feels like 87°F°
MostlyClear
Today's High
83°F°
Today's Low
59°F°

Water Temperature

66°F
Updated: (May 1)
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Current water temperature for Quail Creek State Park is 66°F.

Current Snapshot

Wind5 mph SSW (Gust 9 mph)
Pressure
29.73 inHg
Visibility51 mi
Humidity13%
Cloud Cover24%

Forecast: Saturday, May 3

Day 1 of 9

Hourly Insights

7 AM
59°F°
10 AM
72°F°
1 PM
82°F°
4 PM
79°F°

Temperature

High
83°F°
Low
59°F°

Precipitation

Chance27%
Amount0.05"
Typerain

Wind

6mph
Avg Speed
Gusts up to
21mph
CalmModerateStrong
Max Speed13 mph

Sun, Moon & UV

Sunrise12:36 PM
Sunset2:25 AM
Moon PhasewaxingCrescent
Max UV Index7 (High)

Solunar Fishing Forecast

Action Rating
2/5

Todays action is rated a 2 (scale is 0 thru 5, 5 is the best)

Major Times (Best)

12:59 AM - 3:29 AM

9:18 AM - 11:48 AM

Minor Times (Good)

5:28 PM - 6:58 PM

7:44 AM - 9:14 AM

Outlook for Saturday at Quail Creek State Park

Expect temperatures ranging from 59°F to 83°F. There's a 27% chance of rain, potentially bringing around 0.05" rain. Winds will be averaging 6 mph, with potential gusts reaching up to 21 mph. The maximum UV index will be 7 (High), so plan sun protection accordingly. For anglers, today's fishing action is rated 2/5 (Todays action is rated a 2 (scale is 0 thru 5, 5 is the best)). Look for the best bite times during the major periods around 12:59 AM and 9:18 AM, or try the minor windows near 5:28 PM and 7:44 AM for potential early morning or evening action. Check back for the latest conditions and forecasts for Quail Creek State Park.

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May 2nd 2025

Lake Information

Elevation
897 ft
Area
1 mi²
Coordinates
37.188, -113.394

Weather Forecast

Saturday

83°F
59°F

Sunday

70°F
57°F

Monday

57°F
52°F

Tuesday

66°F
51°F

Wednesday

74°F
50°F

Thursday

81°F
54°F

Friday

87°F
58°F

Saturday

90°F
61°F

Sunday

91°F
62°F
Saturday - 5/3/2025
83°F
59°F
12am
68°F
66°F
29.78 hPa
5 mph
NE
G: 6 mph
2am
64°F
66°F
29.81 hPa
7 mph
NE
G: 11 mph
4am
62°F
66°F
29.82 hPa
7 mph
NE
G: 11 mph
6am
59°F
66°F
29.84 hPa
7 mph
NNE
G: 9 mph
8am
62°F
66°F
29.86 hPa
5 mph
NE
G: 11 mph
10am
72°F
66°F
29.83 hPa
2 mph
SSE
G: 7 mph
12pm
80°F
66°F
29.79 hPa
5 mph
S
G: 14 mph
2pm
83°F
66°F
29.71 hPa
13 mph
SSW
G: 21 mph
4pm
79°F
66°F
29.68 hPa
8 mph
SW
G: 16 mph
6pm
76°F
66°F
29.66 hPa
5 mph
S
G: 15 mph
8pm
71°F
66°F
29.66 hPa
4 mph
ENE
G: 12 mph
10pm
66°F
66°F
29.69 hPa
8 mph
E
G: 12 mph

Water Temperature History

Trends for Quail Creek State Park

Current Temp

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Latest recorded surface temperature.

Lowest in Period

41°F

On Mar 22

Coldest point in the Last 12 Months.

Average in Period

60°F

Typical temp during the Last 12 Months.

Temperature Trend: Last 12 Months

Surface temperature over the selected period.

Key Observations (Last 12 Months)

  • Warmest avg: July (86°F).
  • Coolest avg: March (43°F).
  • Avg temps often suitable for swimming during July.
  • Rapid warming often occurs: April → May (+16°F).
  • Sharpest cooling trend: September → October (-16°F).

Weather Forecast

Wind speed and pressure trends

Hourly Wind Forecast

Wind Direction

36°

Pressure

1009 mb

Cloud Cover

9%

Visibility

47 miles

Daily Pressure Forecast

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