Description - Pineview Dam and Reservoir, Ogden River Project, on the Ogden River east of Ogden, Utah, were constructed in 1937 and later enlarged. Recreation management at Pineview Reservoir is under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Forest Service, Wasatch-Cache National Forest. The Forest Service can be reached at (801) 625-5306. Situated 10 miles east of Ogden, at the 4,900-foot elevation with a 2,870-acre surface area. Managed recreation season is May through October. Heavy use during the summer. Available fish species include crappie, bluegill, sunfish, and catfish. Fees are charged. Huntsville U.S. Geological Service map covers the area.
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- Situated 10 miles east of Ogden, at the 4,900-foot elevation with a 2,870-acre surface area. Managed recreation season is May through October. Heavy use during the summer. Preferred activities include picnicking, camping, and motorized boating. Available species include crappie, bluegill, sunfish, and catfish. All-weather access from State Rd. 39. Fees are charged. Huntsville U.S. Geological Service map covers the area.
Recreation - Recreational activities at Pineview Reservoir include; boating, camping, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, hunting, off highway vehicles, picnicking, recreational vehicles, water sports and winter sports. Climate - The climate of Utah varies with the terrain. Visitors to the mountains will experience cool summer nights and passing storms that can alter a sunny day very quickly. Be prepared with layers when recreating in the mountains.
The deserts and canyons of Utah can be dangerous places. Summer temperatures often reach above 100 degrees F, so be sure to carry water on all adventures. Flash floods in the canyons are also a threat. It is difficult to predict incoming weather when deep within a canyon so check reports before venturing into any narrow canyon areas. Location -
Pineview Reservoir is located northwest of Ogden. Directions: All-weather access. From I-15 in Odgen, exit at 12th Street, to Highway 39, 6 miles to site.
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