activities
birdwatching
Emery County is gaining a reputation amongst bird enthusiasts! This expansive area is home to a wide variety of bird species. Locals know that a drive up into the Manti-La Sal provides the perfect opportunity to glimpse the Mountain Bluebird, jays and many more.
The reservoirs and mountain lakes offer excellent areas to view a variety of waterfowl. And a walk along one of the many walking and biking trails can lead to sightings of some of the areas most famous bird species - from the hard to spot owls high up in the trees to the fast flying hawks and majestic eagles.
Birdwatching is a year-round affair in Emery! No matter the season, there are birds to see here.
The Desert Lake Waterfowl Management Area is a popular destination for birders looking to see migrating waterfowl.
where to go
Huntington State Park
A warm water reservoir surrounded by cinnamon-colored buttes. It is a quiet desert oasis that offers water sports, boating, and fishing. The park is also a great place to spot migratory birds or head out on a hiking, biking or off-roading adventure.
Buckhorn Wash
The Buckhorn Pictograph panel is over 130 feet in length and features art from two distinct cultures that have inhabited the area.
Huntington Canyon
Featuring sheer pock-marked canyon walls, the forest offers campgrounds, hiking, biking, horseback riding, cold reservoirs, top-notch fly fishing, and snowmobiling / cross-country skiing in winter.
Joe’s Valley Reservoir
Joe's Valley is situated on the Wasatch Plateau in Central Utah. Juniper, pinyon pine and sagebrush cover the area, and aspens and pines dot the surrounding hillsides.