Attractions & Parks

Three Peaks Recreation Area

Point of Interest in Cedar City. A BLM-managed play area of granite knobs and juniper flats just northwest of Cedar City, built around three prominent rocky peaks.

Three Peaks Recreation Area provides a challenging disc golf course. PC: Steven Ralph Sharp

A BLM-managed play area of granite knobs and juniper flats just northwest of Cedar City, built around three prominent rocky peaks. It is Iron County's backyard playground, with a purpose-built mountain bike trail system, OHV routes, a disc golf course, model rocket launch area, and group picnic sites.

Details
CategoryPoint of Interest
Nearest townCedar City
Top activitiesMountain biking the Three Peaks trail system, OHV and dirt bike riding, Disc golf, Rock scrambling on granite outcrops, Picnicking and family gatherings
Best time to visitSpring and fall are ideal; summer mornings and evenings work well since the area sits around 5,800 feet.
Entrance feeFree
PermitsNone for day use. Graded gravel/dirt roads, passable to passenger cars in dry weather.

Official website

Visitor tip: Trails are shared between bikes and OHVs in some zones — check the signed loops at the trailhead kiosk and ride the designated bike-only singletrack for a quieter experience.

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