About Southview Trailhead
Iron Hills Trail System: 30 miles Recommended uses: mountain biking, hiking, and trail running Difficulty: beginner, intermediate and advanced Southview is a trailhead located on the south end of Cedar City. This trailhead is for mountain biking, hiking and trail running. Site includes flush toilets, gravel parking, kiosk, water seasonally, pump and repair station and sign in box. Currently there is 30 miles of built trail with another 15 miles of trail planned. Another great feature of this site is the Southview Skills Track with rolling wooden ramps and a wall ride. The skills track provides riding opportunities for all levels of riding from strider bikes to full size bikes. Highlands, Green Hollow, Boulder Dash, Lava Flow, Bone Yard and Iron Giant trails are optimized as downhill flow trails. Winter use: Avoid trail use when trails are muddy. Use trail when they are frozen. Snowy condition are great for fat bikes and snowshoes.
How to Get There
Take exit 57 on I-15 and head east on main street. Turn right on to Old Highway 191 which will bend to the South. Take a left onto S. Shurtz Canyon Dr. S. Shurtz Canyon Dr. will dead end at the Southveiw Trailhead.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to Southview Trailhead
Heading to Southview Trailhead? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for Southview Trailhead?
No central reservation system listed for Southview Trailhead. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/256967) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to Southview Trailhead?
Take exit 57 on I-15 and head east on main street. Turn right on to Old Highway 191 which will bend to the South. Take a left onto S. Shurtz Canyon Dr. S. Shurtz Canyon Dr. will dead end at the Southveiw Trailhead.
How do I contact Southview Trailhead?
You can reach the park at phone: (435) 865-3000 or email: blm_ut_cedarcitywebmail@blm.gov.
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