Confluence Park is a 344-acre natural 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 meet 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.
The park has a long and storied history. Evidence of Ancestral Puebloan and Paiute habitation, 16th century explorers, and 19th century pioneers can be seen and felt. Often praised for its cultural and historic value, Confluence Park is also home to a stunning array of wildlife species. Endangered and sensitive fishes swim in its waters, foxes, falcons, rattlesnakes, deer, porcupine, beaver, raccoons, and more enjoy its rich variety of vegetation uncommon to a typical desert environment.
Hiking trails crisscross the park: connecting towns and experiences. Long-distance trails access the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve multi-trail system, which offers more than 130 miles of outstanding recreational opportunities.
In recent history, much of Confluence Park has been invaded by non-native species such as Russian olive and tamarisk trees. These invasive trees make the park less habitable to native plants and animals that once flourished in the area. Grant-funded conservation efforts have restored much of the Park’s riparian areas and greatly improved the natural habitat and visitor experience.
The park is committed to preservation, protection, and enhancement of the area’s rich cultural history, wildlife, and natural resources.