Virgin River Canyon Recreation Area
A picturesque destination located in southwestern Utah crossing into northern Arizona and Nevada. It is part of the larger Dixie National Forest and is situated near the town of Virgin, not far from the more famous Zion National Park. This region is renowned for its stunning natural beauty, with red rock formations, canyons, and the Virgin River running through the area. The area offers a variety of hiking trails suitable for different skill levels. There are campgrounds in and around the area.
Site Information
Region: West Coast
County: Mohave
Directions: Virgin River Canyon Recreation Area is located along Interstate 15 approximately 20 miles southwest of St. George, Utah and approximately 20 miles northeast of Mesquite, Nevada. The recreation area is at the Cedar Pocket Exit (Mile Post 18).
Latitude: 36.94939
Longitude: -113.79685
Operational Hours: Open all year, 24 hours a day
Admission or Fees: Overnight-use fee is $8 per site per night and the day-use fee is $2 per vehicle.
Habitats: Desert, Grassland, Marsh or Wetland, Pinyon-juniper Forest, Stream or river
Know Before You Go
Safety First! Arizona has many beautiful places to explore and we’d like to help you make it a safe and enjoyable experience. Check out our recommendations for hiking precautions.
Species Highlights
Speciality: Abert’s Towhee, Canyon Wren, Costa’s Hummingbird, Hooded Oriole, Lucy’s Warbler, Pinyon Jay, Sage Thrasher, Sagebrush Sparrow, Woodhouse’s Scrub-jay
Charismatic: Anna’s Hummingbird, Black-throated Sparrow, Brown-crested Flycatcher, Cactus Wren, Gambel’s Quail, Greater Roadrunner, Loggerhead Shrike, Phainopepla, Ruby-crowned Kinglet , Verdin, Western Kingbird
Contact Information
Bureau of Land Management - Arizona Strip Field Office
345 E Riverside Dr
St George, UT 84790
Phone: 435-688-3200
Website: https://www.blm.gov/visit/virgin-river-canyon-recreation-area
Email: BLM_AZ_ASDOWEB@blm.gov
Additional Resources
Learn more about birds reported at this location at eBird:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L770925
