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The closest of the five communities to Zion National Park, Hurricane offers a more affordable entry point into Southern Utah alongside world-class mountain biking and Sand Hollow State Park.
2024 ACS estimate; up from 20,212 at the 2020 census. Household income and poverty figures from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.
Hurricane's economy leans heavily on outdoor recreation and tourism — it's a jumping-off point for Zion, Sand Hollow, and the Gooseberry Mesa mountain biking trails — alongside a growing base of remote workers drawn by relatively lower home prices than St. George proper.
Hurricane offers some of the best value in the region, with quick access to Zion National Park, Sand Hollow's reservoir and sand dunes, and renowned mountain biking terrain, all with a small-town feel.
U.S. Census Bureau / American Community Survey estimates. Groups shown represent the largest reported categories.
Public schools in and around Hurricane, part of Washington County School District.
| Level | School | Address | Grades |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Hurricane Elementary | 948 W 325 N, Hurricane, UT 84737 | PreK–5 |
| Intermediate | Hurricane Intermediate School | Hurricane, UT 84737 | 6–7 |
| Middle | Hurricane Middle School | Hurricane, UT 84737 | 8–9 |
| High School | Hurricane High School | Hurricane, UT 84737 | 10–12 |
School list and addresses via Washington County School District (washk12.org). Contact the district for current boundaries and enrollment info.
Sand Hollow Resort features two 18-hole championship courses plus a nine-hole "Wee" course, with a back nine on the Championship course often ranked among the best in golf.
Sky Mountain Golf Course offers 18 public holes framed by the Pine Valley Mountains, while Copper Rock, within Hurricane city limits, weaves through natural sand dunes with a copper-mountain backdrop.
Hurricane sits between two of the region's most popular state parks — Sand Hollow's reservoir and red dunes, and the quieter Quail Creek Reservoir.
Hurricane is roughly 30 minutes from Zion National Park's south entrance, making it one of the more affordable home bases for exploring the park.
Whether you're buying, selling, or just curious what your home is worth, I'd love to help you navigate Hurricane and the rest of Southern Utah's red rock country.
