December 2020
Happy Holidays from SLC Public Lands

In this unprecedented year, many have rediscovered the importance of nature. Our Public Lands Divisions thank you for your support as we work to enhance the natural wonders within Salt Lake City. We look forward to working with you in 2021 and beyond. Happy Holidays!
What to Expect in SLC Public Lands this Winter

As an unprecedented year continues for SLC Public Lands, we want to provide an update about how our operations will be affected heading into winter.

Please click the button below for information about how Public Lands service levels continue to be affected by COVID-19 and the September windstorm, as well as information about where portable restrooms will be available in city parks throughout the winter:
Message From the SLC Cemetery Sexton

Thank you to everyone who has reached out to inquire about the estimated reopening date of the Salt Lake City Cemetery. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide an estimate at this time.

The Cemetery is a historic place, and with that designation come strict requirements we need to follow to get the Cemetery put back together after the devastating windstorm. We are working with the State Historic Preservation Office and FEMA to ensure all their requirements are met to preserve the history and the landscape around the Cemetery...
Allen Park Winter Closure

A highlight of the year 2020 for SLC Public Lands was the acquisition and public opening of Allen Park. Thousands of people have now enjoyed a walk along Allen Park Drive since it opened to the public on October 4th, experiencing the sights and sounds of one of Salt Lake City’s most unique public spaces.

Unfortunately, due to anticipated challenges with managing snow removal on such a new and unique property during the first year of ownership, Salt Lake City is implementing a provisional wintertime closure of Allen Park for public safety purposes. The wintertime closure may extend through the end of March 2021, or be modified once conditions permit safe access to visitors. We look forward to reopening the park and working with the community to guide the future of Allen Park. 
Three Creeks Confluence
Drone Footage

Construction progress continues at the Three Creeks Confluence site. Click here to learn more about the Three Creeks Confluence Project.

Click on the button below to view recent drone footage showing the status of the site.
Riverview Boat Ramp Completed

Earlier this month, the Riverview Boat Ramp on the Jordan River opened to the public! The completion of this ramp provides recreational users with safe and accessible river access near 1800 N. Redwood Rd that can be used as a starting point to complete a short 1.5 hour float from the Riverview Trailhead to the Porters Landing Boat Ramp in North Salt Lake. Our Trails and Natural Lands Division is thrilled to see this project become a reality and looks forward to the completion of the other boat ramps in the coming months.
Reimagine Nature: U of U Student Articles & Video

Graduate students from the University of Utah have been sharing their experiences and perspective related to the first community engagement window of the new SLC Public Lands Master Plan.

Check out what they have to say!