Hurricane Mesa, Summit and test facility in Washington County, United States
Hurricane Mesa is a high plateau in Washington County featuring a test track and research installations across its elevated surface. The site spans considerable space and serves various scientific purposes.
The U.S. Air Force established the test facility in the 1950s, making it a center for aircraft research. This early phase shaped the site's role in aviation technology development.
The facility marks a significant chapter in American aerospace development, contributing to aviation safety through extensive ejection seat testing programs.
The site lies west of Virgin and is accessible via Highway 9 between LaVerkin and Zion National Park. Visitors should check accessibility in advance, as the facility is not always open to the public.
The location hosted high-speed experiments that set records in vehicle technology. These tests helped explore new boundaries in safety and performance engineering.
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