About Frontier Homestead State Park
Utah State Parks: Discover the pioneer and early industrial history of Cedar City, Iron County, and southwest Utah through an extensive horse-drawn wagon collection, historic buildings, Native Heritage exhibit, sawmill and replica blast furnace. Enjoy many hands-on activities and interpretive programs throughout the year, including Sheep-to-Shawl, Archaeology Day, Iron Mission Days, cemetery tours, and Christmas at the Homestead.
How to Get There
Approximately 250 miles south of Salt Lake City. From I-15, take Cedar City 200 N exit (S.R. 56) and go east, turn north on Main Street for a half-mile. Sept.–May, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon-Sat June–Aug., 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mon–Sun Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to Frontier Homestead State Park
Heading to Frontier Homestead State Park? 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 Frontier Homestead State Park?
No central reservation system listed for Frontier Homestead State Park. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/15198) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to Frontier Homestead State Park?
Approximately 250 miles south of Salt Lake City. From I-15, take Cedar City 200 N exit (S.R. 56) and go east, turn north on Main Street for a half-mile. Sept.–May, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon-Sat June–Aug., 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mon–Sun Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day
How do I contact Frontier Homestead State Park?
You can reach the park at phone: 435-586-9290.
References & Official Resources