Kolob Reservoir, Reservoir in Washington County, Utah, United States

Kolob Reservoir is a large body of water in Washington County in southern Utah, created in 1956 when the Kolob Creek Dam was completed. The water sits at an elevation above 8,000 feet and is surrounded by aspen and evergreen trees, with clear water that reflects the rocky formations and forest around it.

Kolob Reservoir was created by the 1956 Kolob Creek Dam on Kolob Mountain in southern Utah. The reservoir has two entrances, one in the town of Virgin and another near Cedar City. From December to May snow covers all roads, and a snowmobile is required for access.

The reservoir lies on Kolob Mountain, and almost all of its shoreline is bordered by private land used for grazing, marked by fences; camping is allowed only near the lake. The two road entrances are at the town of Virgin and near Cedar City.

Access is best from early spring through late fall when roads are clear of snow, though unpaved sections can become slippery if wet and require careful driving. Bring supplies with you since there are few built-up facilities, and watch for hikers and horseback riders sharing the roads.

The reservoir is bordered almost entirely by private grazing land, with fences marking where private property begins on nearly every shore. Camping is therefore permitted only close to the lake, and the two approaches are from the town of Virgin and from near Cedar City.