WHAT IS THE HISTORY OF MOON LAKE RESORT ?
The following condensed version of MOON LAKE RESORT’S HISTORY is the result of cooperative research efforts undertaken by a number of people, including: Cristina Bailey, historical writer for the US Forest Service, Cris Clark Sorensen, daughter of long-time Resort owner, Cal Clark (1960’s-1990’s), Mr. Joe Kemp, son of Joseph H. Kemp, long-time Resort owner (1940’s-1960’s), Pam Helms, local Duchesne resident, historical researcher and Resort employee, Bill Reardon, current co-owner of Moon Lake Resort, plus many written and oral accounts, all gratefully appreciated in piecing the puzzle together. Our collective History of Moon Lake Resort goes like this: In 1925, the first special use permit was issued by the US Forest Service, allowing the establishment of a resort at Moon Lake. The first “lodge” was probably constructed around 1927-28 near the mouth of the Brown Duck Creek, in front of the current campground. The first cabins were probably built in 1928 by the Lee Alger family. It is
