Mission, Cornerstones and Priorities. We strengthen Utah's communities by supporting the economic stability and quality of our workforce. We continue to work on integrating programs and procedures, not only with the transition of the Utah State Office of Rehabilitation, but with all of our programs and divisions.
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Jeff Rasmussen, Director of the Utah Division of Parks and Recreation Director’s MessageWelcome to Utah’s state parks! We invite you to visit your favorite state park or choose one you haven’t visited before.There is something for everyone including boating, golfing, camping, hiking, exploring, ATV riding, canoeing, taking photographs, and enjoying the natural beauty of red rock canyons or vast sand-covered hills.Our 44 state parks offer opportunities for fun and learning for individuals or families.
Take time to get outside and experience the heritage, scenic and recreational state parks that exist for your enjoyment. Learn about the state’s rich natural, cultural and historic treasures.Your safety is our main concern. If you are on the water, please wear your life jacket. If you’re riding out on the trail, please wear your helmet. Our Mission StatementTo enhance the quality of life of Utahns and vistors by preserving and providing natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations. State Park SystemServices and Functions: We manage Utah’s state park system, which includes operations, planning, and protection of 43 heritage, scenic, and recreation parks.
Off-Highway VehiclesWe administer summer and winter off-highway vehicle programs including education, trail maintenance, grant programs, user compliance, accident investigation, and search and rescue. State Boating ActWe administer the State Boating Act on Utah waters, which includes safety, education, and enforcement. Grant ProgramsWe administer Land and Water Conservation Fund, non-motorized, and motorized trails grant programs. Planning and DevelopmentWe guide short and long-term site management for each park to protect and interpret each park’s natural and cultural resource base, ensure safe, enjoyable visitor experiences, provide for new visitor opportunities, and develop and enhance facilities to meet visitor needs. WE NEED YOUR HELP!
Mission and ValuesDuring the spring of 1993, the administration of the Utah Highway Patrol adopted a mission statement and six values representing the six points of the badge.The mission of the Utah Highway Patrol is to provide quality police services and to protect the constitutional rights of all people in Utah.The values of the UHP are integrity, professionalism, service, knowledge, teamwork, and courage.