Hurricane, Utah

Welcome to Hurricane

Hurricane is a scenic recreation hub in Washington County. Lying at the gateway to Zion National Park, it is home to Sand Hollow State Park, Quail Creek State Park, and premium red rock mountain biking trails. Hurricane offers spectacular red rock views and outstanding reservoir recreation.

Serving an estimated 24,052 residents (2024 U.S. Census Bureau estimate; last checked October 2026) at an elevation of 3,248 ft (990 m), Hurricane is connected via State Route 9 (Zion National Park Corridor), Interstate 15, and Southern Parkway (SR-7). This community guide provides municipal contacts, public school district details for Washington County School District (Hurricane High School), and local directory listings across Washington County.

Community History & Regional Growth

Settled in 1896, Hurricane was named after a wind storm that blew the top off territorial leader Erastus Snow’s carriage. The construction of the historic Hurricane Canal in 1904 brought water to the benchlands, transforming the area into an agricultural fruit grower zone. Today, the city is a major tourism and outdoor recreation hub in Southern Utah.

Incorporated in 1906 within Washington County (ZIP 84737), Hurricane has evolved along State Route 9 (Zion National Park Corridor), Interstate 15, and Southern Parkway (SR-7) while maintaining civic landmarks and neighborhood parks linked to the surrounding Greater Zion / Washington County (Southern Utah) corridor.

Things to Do & Outdoor Recreation

Sand Hollow State Park is a premier destination featuring a massive warm reservoir, sandy red beaches, and dunes popular for off-highway vehicles and boating. Quail Creek State Park offers calm waters for paddle boarding and trout fishing. The Hurricane Cliffs trail network provides acclaimed mountain biking routes like the J.E.M. Trail.

Key local destinations in and around Hurricane include Sand Hollow State Park, Quail Creek State Park, Historic Hurricane Canal Trail, and Hurricane Cliffs. Visitors should check seasonal trailhead conditions and municipal park hours through official Hurricane and Washington County recreation departments before departing.

Local Business & Economy

Hurricane’s economy relies heavily on tourism, outdoor recreation, and construction. The proximity to Zion National Park drives significant hospitality, hotel, and restaurant traffic. The city also features expanding business parks, agricultural machinery services, and local trade contractors, making it a primary commercial hub in the Dixie region.

Commercial districts in Hurricane cluster along State Route 9 (Zion National Park Corridor), Interstate 15, and Southern Parkway (SR-7), serving households across ZIP codes 84737. Directory profiles below distinguish Information Checked public records, Owner Verified businesses, and Sponsored placements.