Paddleboarding - Salmon Run - Causey Reservoir, Huntsville 9/12/25

Emily Hacken
Sep 21
2 min read

Sample Itinerary -

Carpooling - 8 am (1 1/2 hr drive)

Trailhead - 10 am

Arrive and prep at marina - 10-1030 am

Paddleboard - 1030-130 pm

Home - 3pm

Directions - Put in/take out - Causey Reservoir, Huntsville (we put in on the west rocky side as there was less mud to walk through)

Activity -

Paddleboard Causey Reservoir during the Salmon Run - beautiful reservoir with three branches to explore. Nestled up at the top of the South Fork of the Ogden River, Causey Reservoir is a fascinating, cozy paddle for anyone looking for a nice day trip. The reservoir at 5,700-foot elevation with a smooth 140-acre area was formed by the creation of a dam. Much of the water comes from snowmelt that makes it a cool escape during hot summers. However, its most beautiful feature is its towering cliffs. Paddling down the walls of the canyons that climb to more than 100 feet allow a moment in quiet serenity. Additionally, there are places to stop and hike. No powerboats are allowed so the calm water is only disturbed by the wind. Because it is at the end of a canyon, that can be frequent. In addition, the three different fingers of this small reservoir. In early Spring the put-in is a simple park and paddle. However, as summer drains the reservoir, a steep portage down a gravel-covered shore is required. Parking exists by the dam and near the Boy Scout camp. Paddling.com Trip Report

Tips:

SALMON RUN viewing - 2 weeks in September. We saw them on the south east branch (LEFT FORK OF THE SOUTH FORK - see map below). Had to hike up the stream about 10 min.

Gear - Thin T-shirt, thin long-sleeve shirt, fleece, rain jacket, shorts or hiking pants, running shoes or sandals, swimming suit, 2 L water bottles, snacks, small backpack/drybag, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, first aid kit. Paddleboard, lifejacket, paddle

Rent -

Paddleboard - BYU Outdoor - $30 paddleboard/day; UVU Outdoor Adventure Center - $25 paddleboard/day