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Welcome to
Confluence Park
Confluence Park is a 344-acre nature park managed by Washington County through the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve office. It is uniquely located within the boundaries of Hurricane and LaVerkin, UT, where Ash Creek and LaVerkin Creek join the Virgin River. Confluence Park sits at the bottom of large basaltic lava cliffs, leaving it isolated and protected from development in the cities above.
Facts
Eleven trails open to hiking, biking, and equestrian use as well as camping by permit.
Home to historic structures, including a hydroelectric plant, grain silo, and dairy used by 20th century residents.
Evidence of human habitation has been found dating back more than a thousand years.
Critical habitat for endangered fish and threatened species like owls and songbirds.
News & Events
Confluence Park Launches New Website
Washington County is pleased to announce the official launch of a new Confluence Park website. The new digital presence will help residents and visitors find access, learn about flora and fauna, understand the area’s history, and get involved with service and historic preservation. We hope…
La Verkin Day; fruit-growing enterprise to Zion gateway
There has been a bit of a debate over the years as to how La Verkin got its name. The Daughters of Utah Pioneers monument in town erected in 1949 states that La Verkin is “Indian for Beautiful Valley.” However, many conclude that is more…
Confluence Park day: What is that old building between Hurricane and LaVerkin?
There is a building astride the north bank of the Virgin River easily seen while driving state Route 9 just north of the LaVerkin-Hurricane Bridge. Many of the uninitiated in Southern Utah lore probably ask the same question while driving by: “What was that building…
Discover the allure of Confluence Park
What is it about water that is so alluring? Why are we drawn to it? How does even the sound of its movement seem to convey feelings of tranquility? Many of my favorite hikes are connected to water in some way. Here in the desert…
Nature and History Meet
Park offers hiking and a glimpse of the area’s past. Utah State Parks employee Chris Haller, right, and LaVerkin resident Alan Olsen work on planting a tree at Confluence Park during the official opening and ribbon cutting celebration Monday for Confluence Park. Photos by Jud…