Exploring the Historic Hurricane Canal
St George, USA
2 hours 30 minutes
Good for Groups
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Walking Tours
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Nature & Outdoors
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History
What You Will Do
This is a tour that has never been offered until now. Guided tours along the Hurricane Canal, to date, have only been a once-a-year offering. Participants on this tour see things most tourists pass over. People of all ages enjoy encountering the canal and its tunnels and flumes, which makes it not a typical hike. This tour is enlightening look at what it took to settle the land in the American West. These hardy settlers had to build irrigation systems in order to establish their communities and the Hurricane Canal was one of the toughest ones to build. It took 12 years to build and was mostly a pick-and-shovel operation with no public financing. It is an engineering marvel of its time and truly a miracle because as one looks at some sections of the canal, they seem to run uphill.
What's Included?
- Snacks
What's Not Included?
- Private transportation
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Meet at the Hurricane Hill Trailhead, located up Highway 59 towards Apple Valley at the crest of the first hill on the left (north side of the road) when driving east. Turn into the gravel parking lot with a cell phone tower.
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Hurricane
2 hours
Travelers will see the Hurricane Canal, including a few tunnels and flumes. The hike covers approximately 3.5 total miles. The canal's story is the story of the birth of Hurricane, Utah and a great example of pioneer determination and ingenuity.
Additional Information
This activity is operated by Ranger Reub Adventures
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Guide Options
- Guide - English