Guidebook for Hurricane
Sightseeing
There are a couple of artifacts in this small museum’s collection that might be described as idiosyncratic. Maybe even eccentric. At the Pioneer Heritage Museum in the city of Hurricane, Utah you’ll find some reverently preserved 1907 fruit cake, and a slab of 1945 bacon that’s holding on for dear life. Take the guided tour if offered and you can see other oddities, like a hand-carved wooden chain with over 125 links and several caged, round balls, and a 15 foot hand-knitted sampler scarf with 80 knitting patterns on it. Admission is free, but donations are gratefully accepted.
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Hurricane Valley Pioneer Museum
35 State StThere are a couple of artifacts in this small museum’s collection that might be described as idiosyncratic. Maybe even eccentric. At the Pioneer Heritage Museum in the city of Hurricane, Utah you’ll find some reverently preserved 1907 fruit cake, and a slab of 1945 bacon that’s holding on for dear life. Take the guided tour if offered and you can see other oddities, like a hand-carved wooden chain with over 125 links and several caged, round balls, and a 15 foot hand-knitted sampler scarf with 80 knitting patterns on it. Admission is free, but donations are gratefully accepted.
Parks & Nature
Kanarraville Falls is an incredible hike through a slot canyon and a river with some amazing views near the end of a waterfall that you can even use a ladder to climb up. You will get wet during this hike and the water is cold so come prepared. Summer is the best time to visit this trail, because the water is warmest. This hike is east of the town of Kanarraville. There is a $10 parking fee at the trail head, which covers your vehicle till 10pm nightly. Since this hike is outside of Zion National Park, a permit is not required. Like all slot canyons, do not take this hike if it is raining or threatening rain due to risk of flash flooding. Dogs are not permitted on this hike.
92 locals recommend
Kanarraville Falls
40 S Main StKanarraville Falls is an incredible hike through a slot canyon and a river with some amazing views near the end of a waterfall that you can even use a ladder to climb up. You will get wet during this hike and the water is cold so come prepared. Summer is the best time to visit this trail, because the water is warmest. This hike is east of the town of Kanarraville. There is a $10 parking fee at the trail head, which covers your vehicle till 10pm nightly. Since this hike is outside of Zion National Park, a permit is not required. Like all slot canyons, do not take this hike if it is raining or threatening rain due to risk of flash flooding. Dogs are not permitted on this hike.
Zion National Park South Entrance Ranger Station
151-161 Zion – Mount Carmel HighwaySpringdale Visitor Center
1101 Zion Park BlvdYou'll find lots of great pamphlets and information at this lovely Center.
Snow Canyon is an amazing state park that could easily be classified as a national park. There are many trails to choose from! Some of the favorites are Petrified Sand Dunes, the Hidden Pinyon Trail and Lava Tube Trail. All of the hikes have amazing views and sandstone cliffs you can climb up! Make sure you are wearing proper foot wear as the sandstone can be slippery. The Lava Tube Trail actually leads to some, you guessed it, lava tubes! It is really fun to climb down into them and explore. They aren’t too big so it won’t take too long to get to some really neat caverns!
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Snow Canyon State Park
1002 Snow Canyon DrSnow Canyon is an amazing state park that could easily be classified as a national park. There are many trails to choose from! Some of the favorites are Petrified Sand Dunes, the Hidden Pinyon Trail and Lava Tube Trail. All of the hikes have amazing views and sandstone cliffs you can climb up! Make sure you are wearing proper foot wear as the sandstone can be slippery. The Lava Tube Trail actually leads to some, you guessed it, lava tubes! It is really fun to climb down into them and explore. They aren’t too big so it won’t take too long to get to some really neat caverns!
There is no better way to have fun and relax after a long day of hiking then jumping into the refreshing waters at Sand Hollow! This is especially recommended in the summer as it gets really hot in this area and swimming in the water will feel especially refreshing. There are some rental places in Hurricane if you want to try out kayaks or other water sports. It is also a really popular place to swim and to cliff jump!
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Sand Hollow State Park
3351 Sand Hollow RdThere is no better way to have fun and relax after a long day of hiking then jumping into the refreshing waters at Sand Hollow! This is especially recommended in the summer as it gets really hot in this area and swimming in the water will feel especially refreshing. There are some rental places in Hurricane if you want to try out kayaks or other water sports. It is also a really popular place to swim and to cliff jump!
The Emerald Pools is an easier hike, but also have some really great views.
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Emerald Pools Trail
Emerald Pools TrailThe Emerald Pools is an easier hike, but also have some really great views.
This hike is truly a hidden gem while visiting St. George and you won’t find many others on the trail when you head here. This hike really is all about the journey as well as the destination. There are so many beautiful and unique sandstone formations to see everywhere and at the end you come to Babylon Arch! You can also hike down near the Virgin River if you would like and this is a perfect setting for sunset!
Babylon Mill Road
Babylon Mill RoadThis hike is truly a hidden gem while visiting St. George and you won’t find many others on the trail when you head here. This hike really is all about the journey as well as the destination. There are so many beautiful and unique sandstone formations to see everywhere and at the end you come to Babylon Arch! You can also hike down near the Virgin River if you would like and this is a perfect setting for sunset!
Although there are many trails in this area, I recommend the short and sweet Red Cliffs Nature Trail. This trail leads from the campground at the Recreation Area into a narrow canyon next to a small stream. This trail is dog friendly and great for kids and adults alike! It is fun to play in the water and near the end of the trail there is a little waterfall you can climb around and then slide down!
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Red Cliffs Desert Reserve Visitor Center
111 N 200 EAlthough there are many trails in this area, I recommend the short and sweet Red Cliffs Nature Trail. This trail leads from the campground at the Recreation Area into a narrow canyon next to a small stream. This trail is dog friendly and great for kids and adults alike! It is fun to play in the water and near the end of the trail there is a little waterfall you can climb around and then slide down!
Head to Zion’s National Park as early as you are able, especially depending on the time of year, it can get really busy! You can park your car in town for free and then take a tram to the hikes. The most popular trails at Zion are Angel’s Landing and the Narrows. Angel’s Landing is one of the most beautiful hikes and viewpoints you will ever see. It is quite a difficult trail with many narrow trail areas with cliffs on either side so it might not be be best for people with a fear of heights.
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Angels Landing Trail
Angels Landing TrailHead to Zion’s National Park as early as you are able, especially depending on the time of year, it can get really busy! You can park your car in town for free and then take a tram to the hikes. The most popular trails at Zion are Angel’s Landing and the Narrows. Angel’s Landing is one of the most beautiful hikes and viewpoints you will ever see. It is quite a difficult trail with many narrow trail areas with cliffs on either side so it might not be be best for people with a fear of heights.
Food Scene
This is a mom and pop type of cafe but you honestly can't go wrong here! Lovely service, fantastic food and a very decent price. You won't be sorry.
90 locals recommend
Main Street Café
138 Main StThis is a mom and pop type of cafe but you honestly can't go wrong here! Lovely service, fantastic food and a very decent price. You won't be sorry.
Stop in La Verkin at River Rock Roasting Company for unique sandwiches, coffee, and the famous Aunt Becky’s Bodacious Buns - Southern Utah’s best cinnamon rolls! She’s a good friend of mine and she lives just down the street!
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River Rock Roasting Company
394 S State StStop in La Verkin at River Rock Roasting Company for unique sandwiches, coffee, and the famous Aunt Becky’s Bodacious Buns - Southern Utah’s best cinnamon rolls! She’s a good friend of mine and she lives just down the street!
Drinks & Nightlife
This is a great place to catch lunch and drinks while still being in the park and being able to take in the incredible views. Sometimes there is live music and it is fun to sit in the outdoor patio. I recommend trying the garlic fries!
10 locals recommend
Zion Canyon Brew Pub
95 Zion Park BlvdThis is a great place to catch lunch and drinks while still being in the park and being able to take in the incredible views. Sometimes there is live music and it is fun to sit in the outdoor patio. I recommend trying the garlic fries!
Arts & Culture
The heart of the Kayenta Community in Ivins, Utah, Coyote Gulch Art Village is a growing enclave of art galleries, studios, café, gift and coffee shop. Its array of arts-oriented enterprises offers fine art, gifts, photography, events, classes, gourmet food and coffee. An arts center, a retail center, or just a place to relax and explore, the Coyote Gulch Art Village is open to the public and everyone is welcome.
41 locals recommend
Kayenta Art Village
851 Coyote Gulch CtThe heart of the Kayenta Community in Ivins, Utah, Coyote Gulch Art Village is a growing enclave of art galleries, studios, café, gift and coffee shop. Its array of arts-oriented enterprises offers fine art, gifts, photography, events, classes, gourmet food and coffee. An arts center, a retail center, or just a place to relax and explore, the Coyote Gulch Art Village is open to the public and everyone is welcome.
I met the Festival Founder Fred C. Adams a few years ago, and his story about how he brought Shakespeare to little ole Cedar City, Utah is a fascinating one! The Utah Shakespeare Festival presents life-affirming classic and contemporary plays in repertory, with Shakespeare as their cornerstone. These plays are enhanced by interactive festival experiences which entertain, enrich, and educate. Check out their website for the current offerings during their season which typically runs end of June - October. www.bard.org
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Utah Shakespeare Festival
195 W Center StI met the Festival Founder Fred C. Adams a few years ago, and his story about how he brought Shakespeare to little ole Cedar City, Utah is a fascinating one! The Utah Shakespeare Festival presents life-affirming classic and contemporary plays in repertory, with Shakespeare as their cornerstone. These plays are enhanced by interactive festival experiences which entertain, enrich, and educate. Check out their website for the current offerings during their season which typically runs end of June - October. www.bard.org
Shopping
This is a small shopping mall compared to most big cities, but has a great selection for rainy day browsing. It also boosts the Pizza Cafe for all you can eat pizza and salad!
51 locals recommend
The Outlets at Zion
250 Red Cliffs DrThis is a small shopping mall compared to most big cities, but has a great selection for rainy day browsing. It also boosts the Pizza Cafe for all you can eat pizza and salad!
Essentials
This is just a few miles away in LaVerkin but a lovely little grocer with fresh local fruits & veggies. Stop here on your way to Zion or on your way back!
52 locals recommend
Davis Food And Drug #4
495 N State StThis is just a few miles away in LaVerkin but a lovely little grocer with fresh local fruits & veggies. Stop here on your way to Zion or on your way back!
Lin's Marketplace
1120 State StGreat local Grocer just 3 miles away!