Santa Clara River Reserve

About Santa Clara River Reserve

There are numerous trails for hikers, equestrians, and mountain bikers within the Santa Clara River Reserve (SCRR). These trails offer a variety of experiences including discovering prehistoric rock art, hiking sandy washes, viewing scenic desert landscapes, and savoring the cottonwood rich riparian corridor of the Santa Clara River. For more information on the Reserve, visit the Santa Clara River Reserve website.The SCRR is managed by zones. Trail markers reference these zones so you will always know which zone you are in. Each zone has different restrictions and limitations intended to protect resources and ensure quality visitor experiences. To find out more about zones visit the Management Zones webpage.

How to Get There

Cove wash Trailhead-From St. George, travel north on Bluff Street. Turn left on Sunset Blvd. Continue on Sunset Blvd as it turns into Santa Clara drive.

Plan Your Visit to Santa Clara River Reserve

Heading to Santa Clara River Reserve? 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

References & Official Resources

• Official Recreation.gov page
• View on OpenStreetMap
• Driving directions (Google Maps)