Adopt a Shoreline Program

The Adopt-a-Shoreline Program was established to provide a framework under which groups can contribute to the community by “adopting” an access point to Utah Lake and agreeing to improve it through litter pickup and reporting of any damage to amenities.

The Utah Lake Authority sponsors this program by organizing the adoption of access points, providing plastic gloves and trash bags to volunteers, and coordinating drop-off sites for trash that is collected.

We believe that the various beaches and access points at Utah Lake can be utilized by groups of all ages and sizes, if they are cared for by all of us as local residents.

Yes! I want to adopt an access point

If you are ready to begin and eager to get started, please take a moment to fill out the form on the right side, and we will be in touch with you shortly.  Thank you for your interest in helping keep our lake clean!

Trash Alert: Utah Lake Cleanup Needed!

If you find any trash at the lake, we kindly request that you send us a message to the right. Please include the location where you found the litter so that our devoted volunteers can respond accordingly. Thank you!

Attention Adopt a Shoreline Members: Submit Your Cleanup Report Here!

Cleanup report

Adopt-a-shoreline Map

The Adopt-a-shoreline Map is color-coded to show which areas have been adopted (GREEN) and which are still available (RED).

ADOPT- A- SHORELINE DOCUMENTS

The Adopt-A-Shoreline Agreement establishes a framework for volunteer groups to “adopt” specific access points around Utah Lake. These dedicated individuals commit to improving these areas by conducting litter pick-up and promptly reporting any damage to amenities. The program ensures that our lake remains clean, safe, and accessible for everyone. Participants are reminded to exercise care while working near the water. If you’re passionate about environmental stewardship, consider joining this impactful effort! Want to learn more click the button below for the Adopt-a-Shoreline Agreement, Blank PDF.

Adopt a Shoreline Shoreline Agreement

The Adopt-a-Shoreline Program invites community members to take ownership of specific access points around Utah Lake. Participants commit to duties that include cleanups on their adopted shoreline, promptly report any damage, and contribute to maintaining pristine shorelines. Whether you’re an individual, family, or business, your efforts make a tangible difference in preserving the lake’s beauty and ensuring safe, welcoming spaces for all. Want to Learn more click the button below for the Adopt-a-Shoreline Summary, one page summary of duties

Adopt a Shoreline Duties Summary

frequently asked questions

VOLUNTEERS

Anyone can adopt an access area: businesses, church groups, clubs, individuals, families, etc. We will work with you to find an area for your group.

Per the Adopt-a-Shoreline agreement you will sign, the term “shall continue in perpetuity, unless terminated by the Grantee or the ULA with written notice.” If you no longer want to participate in the program, or if the Authority feels the expectations included in the agreement aren’t being met, the agreement will simply be terminated.

We request a minimum of three cleanups per year, normally spring, summer, and fall. However, more cleanups in a shorter time is ok too. The point is that we want to maintain the clean appearance of these public access points throughout the spring, summer, and fall for lake recreation enthusiasts.

Each time you go out, please take photos/video and email it to us at events@utahlake.gov. Also, if you want to report statistics, we love that too! The number of bottles or aluminum cans you picked up, how many trash bags you filled, etc.

See the map at the top of this webpage. The pins on the map are all the public access points at Utah Lake. RED need adoption currently, GREEN are currently adopted.

Dedicated Hunters

Yes, the Adopt-a-Shoreline program is approved with Utah Division of Wildlife Resources to count toward hours in the Dedicated Hunter program.

To record your dedicated hunter hours for a project, you’ll first need to sign up on the DWR website. After signing up, you’ll have a 30-day window to complete your cleanup project. Please note that you should only start your cleanup after you’ve successfully signed up. Once the 30-day period ends, your hours will be automatically submitted for approval. Cleanup projects are available every other month from April through October. If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out to us at events@utahlake.gov.

As a dedicated hunter, you are assigned to clean up a specific access point. This cleanup should be completed within a 30-day timeframe. Once this project is completed and the 30-day period has ended, your cleanup agreement is considered fulfilled.

Once you’ve been assigned an access point for cleanup, you’ll receive a Google Form. This form serves as your cleanup report. You’ll use this form to submit photos or videos documenting your cleanup efforts. We also appreciate any statistics you can provide, such as the number of bottles or aluminum cans you picked up, or how many trash bags you filled. These details help us understand the impact of your efforts. If you have any questions during this process, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at events@utahlake.gov. We’re here to help!

See the map at the top of this webpage. The pins on the map are all the public access points at Utah Lake. RED need adoption currently, GREEN are currently adopted.