Cedar City

Cedar City sits at 1,782 meters elevation in Iron County, Utah, between Salt Lake City and Las Vegas along Interstate 15. The mountain community serves as a gateway to several protected wilderness areas and hosts a university campus with theater complexes.

Mormon pioneers founded the settlement on November 11, 1851, to access iron ore and coal deposits for building an iron works facility. Early industry shaped the development of the town before tourism and educational institutions became the economic foundation.

The Tony Award-winning theater festival brings performances of classic and contemporary plays to the university campus each year with multiple stages. During summer months, downtown streets transform into an open-air venue with costumed performers and medieval-style market stalls.

The town connects travelers to several national parks through regular shuttle services and transport options to Zion and Bryce Canyon. The high-elevation climate brings cold winters with snow and warm summer days with cool nights.

The irrigation system through Coal Creek distributes water for private gardens across the community during growing season. Homeowners can use their allotted days to water vegetable beds and fruit trees following a rotation schedule established decades ago.

Location: Iron County

Inception: November 11, 1851

Elevation above the sea: 1,782 m

Shares border with: Enoch

Website: http://cedarcity.org

GPS coordinates: 37.68250,-113.07444

Latest update: December 12, 2025 23:33