Oquirrh Lake

Oquirrh Lake Amenities

Boat Rentals
Boats are available for checkout by residents at the Beach Club with an amenity card in one-and-a-half-hour increments. Boats must be captained at all times by a resident that is 14 years of age or older. Residents must be two years or older to ride in a boat. Guests must be accompanied by a resident 18 years of age or older. All boats must be returned by the scheduled daily close time. Please note that no boats will be checked out at 8:00 pm, and all watercraft must be returned by 9:00 pm. Boat checkouts are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

The Beach Club
4690 W Daybreak Pkwy

2023 Regular Season: June 3 - August 20
Monday – Saturday: 9 am - 9 pm
Sunday: 11 am – 5 pm

2023 Limited Season: May 27 - June 2, August 21 - September 4
Monday - Friday: 4 - 8 pm
Saturday: 9 am - 9 pm
Sunday: 11 am - 5 pm

2023 Extended Season: Labor Day - September 30
Weekends only
Saturday: 9 am - 9 pm
Sunday: 11 am - 5 pm

*Hours are subject to change due to inclement weather

Current Boats Available

  • 1-Person Kayaks
  • 2-Person Kayaks
  • 1-Person Paddleboard/Kayak Hybrid
  • Canoes
  • Stand-up Paddle Boards 
Sailing lessons are available to Daybreak residents only. Time and dates are TBD. Residents must be 14 or older to take sailing lessons. Reservations can be made on RecDesk up to one week in advance.

Enjoy sailing on beautiful, scenic Oquirrh Lake! Sign-up for a free sailing lesson to be able to pilot one of Daybreak's small sailboats in the marina area on the lake. When you sign up, you will be supplied with the written test, as well as the answers. Study the test, come out for your hands-on sailing lesson, then once you pass the practical and written portions of the test, you will be certified to sail one of Daybreak's sailing dinghies on Oquirrh Lake. 

Notes: 
  - Lessons are offered for one person at a time. No companions or pets are allowed during lessons.
 - Wear comfortable clothing that can get wet.
 - Lessons are approximately 1 hour in duration.
 - Sign-up must be done online and must be reserved at least a day in advance.

Personal Watercraft Permits

2023 Season Cost: $12 

Residents can obtain a boating permit for personal, non-motorized watercraft use after completing a Daybreak Community Association lake use agreement form. The permits may be purchased and forms filled out online at RecDesk starting April 1. You can pick up your personal watercraft permit at the DCC. Call the DCC at (801) 253-6418 with questions. Residents can launch boats from West Beach, East Lake or North Shore.

Why do I need a permit?
This permit helps pay for the cost of the sticker, which ensures that the amenity is used by Daybreak residents and that the proper types of vessels are used on the lake.

What kinds of watercraft are allowed on the lake?
Personal non-motorized boats, which include kayaks, canoes, row boats and paddle boards that do not exceed 17 feet in length. *Inflatable paddleboards and kayaks must be inspected by the Harbor Master before a permit can be placed on the vessel. Only authorized motorized boats operated by the community association are permitted.

Schedule 
The Duffy Boat rides run Memorial Day through Labor Day. Normal hours are Friday - Saturday from 4:00 - 8:30 pm. Rides are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. The boat returns every 30 minutes and offers a tour of the lake. The Duffy Boat picks up and drops off at the marina kitty-corner to SoDa Row and life jackets are provided for those 13 years and younger. The captains are excited for another year of tours around the lake!

Private Duffy tour of Oquirrh Lake
Great atmosphere for date nights, dinner cruises and sunset watching!
· Maximum of two hours and six people per reservation.
· Tours available Monday - Thursday. You can reserve a timeslot from 5:30 - 7:00 pm or 7:30 - 9:00 pm.
· Guests can direct the Captain to different areas of the lake within safety regulations.
· Food and beverage are allowed aboard to be enjoyed during the cruise. Food and beverages must be provided by the residents; please contain and dispose of trash properly during and after tour.
· Learn more about wildlife and foul on Oquirrh Lake from the tour captain.
· Music system is aboard the vessel that can be used during the tour.
· Please reserve at least 48 hours in advance on RecDesk.
· Cost is $40 to help supplement the cost of staff and the cleaning the Duffy Boat.


Guest Passes
The policy for 2023 is as follows:

  • Guest(s) must be accompanied by a current resident that is at least 18 years of age and is a member in good standing

  • Resident must sign the Resident Guest Pass Release Form for liability waiver and list the name(s) of guests

  • Guest passes must be purchased by the resident in person at a qualifying amenity:

    • The Beach Club
  • Watercraft use on Oquirrh Lake as a passenger only

  • Residents are responsible for the behavior and actions (including any damages) of their guests

  • Residents are limited to five (5) Guest passes per day

  • Management reserves the right to restrict guest pass use at a qualifying amenity subject to capacity limits at that amenity

  • Guest passes are $5.00 each and are valid for the date of purchase only

  • Guest passes may only be purchased by credit card (cash is not accepted)

  • The guest pass does not permit access to the following:

    • Sailing Lessons

Fishing Regulations

A valid Utah State fishing license is required, and all corresponding rules apply. Please stay within designated fishing areas, as some of our landscaping is fragile. Please also be respectful of other users, especially boaters. Be sure to pick up all hooks and fishing line to avoid injuries of feet and wildlife. 

Please note:

  • That swimming and wading are not allowed in Oquirrh Lake at this time, due to negative effects on water quality and ecosystem balance.
  • No fishing is allowed from watercraft (or any other floatation device), bridges, docks or other lake structures unless specifically signed as permitted. 
  • While fishing in the spillway pond is allowed, fishing from the cement structures and the bridge is not allowed.

Memorial Day through Labor Day weekend, you will notice our lake hosts riding bikes or walking around Oquirrh Lake. These seasonal staff members can be a great resource for residents as they enjoy lake amentities. For reference, their responsiblities are listed below. 

Duties:
• Observe and encourage compliance with posted lake use rules and regulations.
• Serve as an informational and educational resource for residents and lake visitors by answering questions, providing directions and clarifying rules that apply to the lake and surrounding open space areas.
• Engage in public interaction, educational activities, games and events.
• Cleaning or maintenance needs at Lake Village and other situations that may need immediate attention.
• Communicate with management regarding lake and open space management directives and objectives. 

Oquirrh Lake Code of Conduct

  • Open daily from dawn to dusk
  • Respect other lake users and private property
  • No swimming
  • No jumping or diving from structures or shoreline
  • No unauthorized motorized or electric vehicles on trails
  • Pop-up shade structures are allowed only if they are not more than six feet tall, not staked in the ground and not made of metal
  • Personal watercraft use reserved for Daybreak residents and their guests by PERMIT ONLY
  • U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets must be worn at all times while on watercraft
  • No pets allowed on watercraft or in the lake at any time
  • Dogs allowed only if leashed at all times, per South Jordan City ordinances, and owners comply with pick-up regulations
  • No smoking, alcohol consumption or glass containers
  • No fireworks, portable grills or fire pits
  • Fishing allowed only in designated areas
  • No unauthorized model airplanes, drones or remote-controlled boats
  • No camping
  • Last watercraft checkout is 8 pm
No gas-combustion motorized vehicles are allowed on any of the trails, parks or common areas in Daybreak. Large electric-only vehicles where batteries are the only source of locomotion are likewise prohibited. Small personal electric vehicles, such as non-commercial scooters, onewheels, skateboards, and e-bikes (class I or class II only) with pedal assist, are permitted. The maximum speed on trails and paths is 15 mph, with the understanding that pedestrians always have the right of way on the trails.

Oquirrh Lake Recreation Management Guidelines

During the 2023 season, Daybreak Communities and the Daybreak Community Association will continue to implement an appropriate and comprehensive recreation management plan for Oquirrh Lake and the associated open space and trails system. The management plan has been updated for the 2023 season. Below you will find a PDF copy of the guidelines.

Oquirrh Lake Management Plan

Lake Village Waterside Club & Beach Area

In 2014, the Waterside Club and beach area were developed on the northwestern bank of the peninsula as a Lake Village amenity. The operations and maintenance costs of this facility are paid through a Benefited Assessment charged to Lake Village residents. Use of the facility and beach area are for the private use of Lake Village owners and their guests only. When visiting, please be sure to bring your Lake Village Daybreak Amenities Card as you will be asked to show ID. Click below for a copy of the general rules.

Waterside Club Initial Rules

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