St. George/Washington County, UT

Brigham Young's Winter Home, 435-673-2517
67 W 200 North, St George, UT 84770

The original portion of this home was built in 1869-1871.  The front additions was completed in 1873.  Brigham Young, second president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day-Saints,  became Dixie's first "snowbird, leaving the snow of Salt Lake City behind and spending the winters here in St George's temperate climate.  Open daily from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm.

Canyonland Rock Climbing, 435-627-0450
198 S 500 East, St George, UT  84770

Bring the fun to you with their 25 foot portable climbing wall.  Other portables include an infalatable slide   (25 feet tall and 18 feet wide and 40 feet long), an obstacle course (10 feet by 37 feet) and an octopus (23 feet by 17 feet) all of which are available for rent.  A perfect choice to enhance any family reunion, church event or business promotion.

Daughter's of the Utah Pioneers Museum, 435-628-7274
145 N 100 East, St George, UT 84770

Completed in 1938, this building was financed by Mrs. Hortense McQuarrie for the express purpose of housing pioneer relics.  Next to the pioneer courthouse and the chamber, the museum is staffed by volunteers and is usually open Monday through Friday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Dinosaurs Come to Life

 

Johnson's Farm Dinosaur Tracks, 435-674-5757
2200 East Riverside Drive, St George, UT  84790

Even though there are hundreds of dinosaur tracks in the area, the largest and most accessible are at the Johnson Farm.  Since they were discovered in 2000, visitors have come from every state and 46 countries to see this impressive find.  You can also view dinosaur tracks at Warner Valley.  Come to the Chamber of Commerce office for directions to these dinosaur tracks.  Usually open Monday thru Saturday and Sunday afternoons.

Fiesta Family Fun Center, 435-656-5832
171 E 1160 South, St George, UT 84770

Kids of all ages will find fun aplenty.  The center offers a video arcade, batting cages, driving range, miniature golf, bumper boasts, go-carts, soft play and a backporch cafe.  Birthday parities and group packages are available

Ghost Towns

Visit our nearby ghost towns - Grafton, Harrisburg, Fort Hamblin, Fort Harmony and Silver Reef. 

The Silver Reef Museum  (435-879-2254)
19032 Wells Fargo Road, Silver Reef, UT

It also houses the Jerry Anderson Studio & Gallery.  Silver Reef is one of the most popular ghost towns in the area. 
It was a booming economy in in 1870's.  The camp produced $9 million in Silver from 1877 to 1903.  This unique
town had homes, churches, a variety of specialty shops, a brothel and even a Chinatown.

Grafton
You will find the town of Grafton between Springdale and La Verkin on Highway 9 as you are driving toward Zion
National Park.  Grafton is reached by crossing the Virgin River over the old truss bridge in Rockville.  Portions of
the movie, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid were filmed in Grafton in 1969.  Visitors can see the remains
of pioneer homes, the church and the cemetery.  Between 1860 and 1868, there were only about 30 families
living there.  The great flood of 1861 forced the settlement to move to high ground the first year and the Virgin river
rose every year which increased destruction.  Indian attacks were frequent.  Most of the residents left by 1868.

Harrisburg
Located just off I-15 12 miles north of the City of St George.
Harrisburg was a pioneer town founded in 1859 by Moses Harris and sons.  When the 1862 floods hit the town they abandoned the original site and settled on the other side of what is now Interstate 15.  Many of the houses of Harrisburg are still seen in the valley.

Historic St George Live Tour, 435-634-5942
200 North & Main, St George, UT  84770

If you are fortunate enough to be in the area between Memorial Day and Labor Day don't miss the opportunity to acquaint yourself with the history and culture of the area.  Historic figures come alive at six sites and describe living in Dixie
at the turn of the century.  Entertaining and educational for the whole family.   Tuesday-Saturday at 9:00 am and 10:30 am.  Tickets are $2.00 for adults and children under 12 are free.  Tours begin at the St George Art Museum.  S
pecial tours can be arranged year round with advanced scheduling. 

I-MAX - Zion Canyon Giant Screen Theatre, 435-772-2400
Springdale, UT

Start your Zion Canyon experience with "Treasure of the Gods" an impressive film, stretching across time and season, exploring the legends of Zion and the Southwest.  The film is shown daily on a six-story screen.  The theatre complex includes a Paiute Indian exhibit, gift shops, bookstore, deli and picnic areas and is open year round, seven days a week.

Jacob Hamblin Home & Museum,  435-673-2161
Santa Clara Drive, Santa Clara, UT

Jacob Hamblin's Home & Museum is located west of Santa Clara on Hwy 91.  Jacob Hamblin,  one of the earliest
settlers of Santa Clara, constructed this home in 1862 with local red sandstone and ponderosa lumber from Pine Valley. 
It is decorated with many original artifacts.  Open daily from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm (winter) and to 7:00 pm (summer).

Pine Valley Chapel
Forest Road and 35 East, Pine Valley, UT

The chapel was built in 1868 by Ebenezer Bryce, a shipbuilder.  The interior looks like a over-turned ship.  Visitors
can climb the winding staircase to the attic to see the open beams where there is an artifacts room.   You will see it
when you enter Pine Valley on Highway 18.  Located 30 miles north of St George. It is the oldest LDS chapel still in
use and is open to the public every day from Memorial Day to Labor Day 11:00 am to 5:00 pm.  On Sundays there
are church meetings held at the chapel from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.

Pioneer Center for the Arts, 634-5942
47 E 200 North, St George, UT 84770

The galley features the permanent "Legacy Collection" as well as continually changing exhibits by local artists in an elegant, new building with pioneer ambiance.

Rosenbruch Wildlife Museum,  435-656-0033
1835 Convention Center Drive, St George, UT 84790

Conveniently located just off Exit 6 & I-15, the museum brings the world to you.  Experience first hand wildlife in a
natural habitat setting from the mountains to the plains of the world.  Don't miss
the world bug collection and art gallery.   Bring your cameras. 
"We did not inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrowed it from our children."

Cost $4.00 for children and $8.00 for adults and $6.00 for seniors.  
Group tours are available on request.  Open Mondays from 12:00 to 9:00 pm
and Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Sand Hollow Aquatic Center, 435-634-5938
1144 Lava Flow Drive, Santa Clara, UT  84770

This multi-million dollar facility offers great family escapes from the summer heat and year-round fun. 
The Aquatic Center is comprised of a 25,000 sq feet enclosed by a fabric exo-skeleton with a heating and ventilation system  The unique design makes for great swimming experiences both winter and summer. 

The facility includes a 25 m x 25 yd competition and diving pool and a 5800 sq foot leisure pool.  The leisure pool
has a zero depth entry area with interactive children's water fun toys.   A water walk and slides, various sprays
and moving water provide the ultimate aquatic experience for the entire family.  Hours are scheduled for open
swimming as well as family and lap swimming.   This facility is available to rent for private pool parties Friday
evenings from 9:00 to 10:30 pm and Saturday evenings beginning at 6:30 pm.  after regular pool hours.

St George Skate Park
Located behind Fiesta Family Fun

"It's one of the best I've ever skated on!"  "It's great fun." are the comments heard about this new city skate park located next to Fiesta Fun Center.   It provides challenges and opportunities for skaters with a variety of pools, ramps and rails.

St. George Recreation Center, 435-634-5860
285 S 400 East, St George, UT 84770

 Games, sports, fitness rooms, racquetball courts, hobby centers, arts & crafts lessons and more are all offered.  Open Monday thru Friday from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm and Saturdays from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. 

St George Temple and Visitor Center,  435-673-5181
500 South 300 East, St George, UT 84770

This famous temple was built in 1877 and is the oldest temple still in use for the Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter Day Saints.  Centrally located the impressive, white monument can be seen from anywhere in the city. 
Everyone is welcome to tour the Visitor Center, open daily from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm.

The Tabernacle,  435-673-5181
18 South Main, St George, UT 84770

Construction of this historic Mormon monument took 13 years.  The fact that it was completed at the same time,
the temple, courthouse and the settler's homes were under construction is indeed a tribute to the industry of
the early settlers.  The stone for the three-foot basement walls was hand-quarried from the foothills near the city. 
The twin spiral staircases were hand carved, complete with balustrades and railing.  The clock was made in
London and shipped to St George.

Free music recitals are offered every day Monday through Saturday at 12:15 pm. 
Many other special events are held there throughout the year.  Call for a complete list of events. 

Tennis Courts
Tonaquint Park Tennis Center, Dixie Drive, St George, UT

You won't find a finer tennis facility than the Tonaquint Tennis Center.  The 8-court complex is complete
with court separations, canopies and bathrooms.  What has become the most popular tennis program in the
Tri-state region, The Super Saturday Weekly Tennis Tournament has drawn more than 280 different tennis
competitors over the past year.  For more information about tennis in St George, please call Dave Smith at 435-680-3250.  www.teachingtennis.com

Tennis Courts are also found at the Green Valley Tennis Club, 435-628-4047. 
Lessons are offered at the famous Vic Braden's tennis camps.  435-628-8086.  

Tonaquint Nature Center, 435-634-5860
Dixie Drive, St George, UT

Located on the Santa Clara River banks off Dixie Drive, this nature center gives outdoor education programs for all ages.  


Walking/Biking/Skating Paths & Parks
Throughout the area

There are nearly 30 miles of  scenic walking and biking paths throughout the St George area.  They connect
neighborhood parks, riparian corridors, picturesque desertscapes and the town center.   The City of St George alone
offers 22 parks for your enjoyment.  A major goal of the master plan is to provide a neighborhood park within
one-half mile of every home.  Washington County takes pride in their 26 excellent city parks with playgrounds,
ball fields and courts, picnic facilities, fishing pools, all designed for family fun. 
For reservations for the St George Parks, call 435-634-5869.  

Xetava Desert Arboretum and Art Kamp Village At Kayenta
435-656-0165

Located in Kayenta, near Ivins and at the base of our beautiful, red rock mountains, you will, also,
find art, gifts, books and a great cup of cappuccino.  Call for list of special events.

Zion Canyon Giant Screen I-Max Theatre, 435-772-2400
Springdale, UT

Start your Zion Canyon experience with "Treasure of the God" an impressive film, stretching across time and season, exploring the legends of Zion and the Southwest.  The film is shown daily on a six-story screen.  The theatre complex includes a Paiute Indian exhibit, gift shops, bookstore, deli and picnic areas and is open year round, seven days a week.

St. George/Washington County, UT