Sevier County, UT
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Richfield is the County seat for Sevier County.
Cities in Sevier County, UT
Places to visit
Salina, UT, 84654
Salina was settled in 1864 and named for nearby salt deposits. As with many communities in the area, Salina was abandoned during the Black Hawk War. The town was resettled in 1871 and coal, which has become important to the local community, was discovered in a nearby canyon. Visit their Web site by clicking here
Mom's Café
Corner of State and Main: 435-529-3921
Built in 1878, Mom's has been a local restaurant and landmark since 1936.Our family atmosphere, homemade soups, scones and pies are famous. Stop by for a taste of time gone by.
Burns Saddlery
79 West Main Street: 435-529-7484
The smell of leather surrounds you in this family owned business, which has kept a leather craftsman on the premises since 1898. You will find yourself in a wonderland of saddles, boots and western wear. Enjoy their display of antique guns, saddles, bits and spurs.
Salina Producers Livestock Auction
South Highway 89: 435-529-7437
Few things reflect Utah's rural heritage more than the marketing of livestock. The auctions are every Tuesday so take the time to stop in and hear the call of the auctioneer.
Glenwood, UT, 84730
Glenwood was established in 1863 and named for pioneer Robert Wilson Glen. It was also known as Glencoe and Glen Cove. The town's original cooperative mercantile still stands as a reminder of its Mormon roots. Visit their Web site by clicking here.
Glenwood Co-op Store
Center and Main
Built in 1878 as part of the United Order, this historic rock building was run as a cooperative providing goods to Mormon settlers until 1912 when it became the Glenwood Mercantile that operated until 1952. For years it was the largest building in Sevier County.
Joseph Grist Mill
355 South 250 East
Operational until 1925, the mill is a fieldstone structure built in two stages. The older section was built from black volcanic rock in 1884 and was operated by a large water wheel. In 1900 the mill as expanded and the grist wheel was replaced with roller mills and a turbine.
Redmond, UT
Redmond is named for the red mounds just west of town and known for the local bentonite clay deposits and the salt mine just outside town. Visit their Web site by clicking here.
Redmond Salt Mine
3 mi south of Redmond on Northfield Rd.
435-529-3294 by appointment
Do you sometimes think you work in a salt mine? Don't miss the chance to actually tour a real, working salt mine....and don't leave without a shaker of their "Real Salt."
Aurora, UT, 84620
Named for the colors in the surrounding hills, Aurora was settled in 1875 by settlers who had moved south from Provo. The town was originally known as Willow Bend because it was located on a bend of the Sevier River which was overgrown with willows. Visit their Web site by clicking here.
Time On Our Hands
115 North Main Street: 435-529-3959
The "Twisted Sisters" have a perfect place for you collectors and antique lovers. Located next to the town's oldest Pepsi machine, we're easy to find and fun to deal with. We're working hard at learning to count back change!
Sigurd, UT, 84657
Sigurd was settled in 1874 and named by the U.S. Post Office in recognition of the many Danish people in the area. Visit their Web site by clicking here.
Bramblebank Farm
95 South State: 435-893-8147
bramblebank@earthlink.net
Come enjoy a stroll through our heirloom gardens and learn about traditional, non-mechanized agriculture. Fresh, seasonal produce, flowers and free-range eggs available, plus handcrafted, gift items.
Richfield, UT, 84701
Originally called Big Springs or Warm Springs because of a large local spring, Richfield was settled in 1864 by settlers sent south from Sanpete County by Mormon Church leaders. The town's name was later changed to Omni after a prophet in the Book of Mormon before finally receiving its current name because of the area's rich soil. Visit their Web site by clicking here.
Frontier Village Gift Shop
1625 N. Main Street: 435-893-8600
Whether you are interested in old time Cowboy food or the large selection of gifts made by local craftsmen, you will enjoy our selections.
Marcia's
44 West 100 North: 435-896-8354
Marcia's is the largest fabric and quilt shop in Central Utah. Offering hand quilted and tied quilts as well as custom quilting. The shop also offers handmade dresses, pillowcases and baby items. People also drive for hours to attend Marcia's quilting classes.
Ideal Dairy
490 South Main: 435-896-5061
Do you remember years ago when you would open your door in the morning and your milk will have been delivered to your doorstep! Ideal Dairy, one of the few family owned dairies, has been offering this service since 1926. Stop by their outlet store and cat with Tooter Ogden while you enjoy the richest, smoothest ice cream cone you will have ever tasted.
Pressed Petals
4500 West 200 North: 435-896-9531
Many of you will remember pressing and drying flowers when you were a Girl or Boy Scout. This local company has turned this hobby into a livelihood. Drop in to see ladies turning dried flowers pressed in much the same manner as you did so many years ago into breathtaking candles, glassware, pictures, greeting cards and other creations.
Days Inn Gift Shop
333 North Main: 435-896-6476
We all know that Days Inn is a nice place for a good night's rest, but it's the tiny gift shop that is of special interest to the heritage traveler. Most of the items are made by local artisans including locally painted ceramics and ceramic eggs, pioneer pillowcase dolls, a wealth of crocheted items and some first class tole painting.
Monroe, UT, 84754
Monroe was known as Fort Alma in pioneer times. Later, it acquired the nickname of "The Little Green Valley." Monroe is located ten miles south of Richfield. It is home to Monroe Elementary School, South Sevier Middle School and High School, Monroe Senior Citizens Center, Monroe Public Library, a horse riding and roping arena, a baseball complex (Mountain View Park), a city park, Mystic Hot Springs, and many other businesses. Monrovian Park, a wonderful picnic area, is located three miles up Monroe Canyon. The community sponsors an annual Pioneer Day celebration on July 23 and 24 with deep pit barbecue, Primary children's parade, milk run, breakfast, Pioneer parade, program, races, games and many booths on the City Park. Monroe has a population of 1,800 people.Visit their Web site by clicking here .
Back to Cities in Sevier County ListJoseph, UT, 84739
Originally known as Jericho, this little farm community was named after Joseph A. Young, an early local Mormon leader. Visit their Web site by clicking here.
Flying "U" Country Store
435-527-4758
A Convenient store for the local area and tourists. We have a campground with hookups and tent sites behind the store. Also, Laundromat, Showers, Clean Restrooms, and a Tanning Room. Shell gasoline, Groceries, Soda, Snacks, and Ice Cream. Hunting and Fishing Licenses can also be purchased.
Sevier, UT, 84766
Once named Cove for the Farm town's secluded location, the community was renamed in honor of the river that is perhaps Central Utah's defining feature. Visit their Web site by clicking here.
Back to Cities in Sevier County ListActivities in Sevier County
July Activities
July 4th
Independence Day Celebration in Richfield includes: Liberty Fun Run kids run starts at 6:30 a.m. and adult run starts at 7:00 a.m. at the City Park, NE Corner, entrance fee $1 without a T shirt or $7 with a T shirt; parade theme is “United We Stand” and the parade begins at 9:30 a.m.; games and food booths at the Park after the parade, free swimming all day and swim races at 3 p.m. at the Richfield Pool; fireworks approximately 9:30 p.m. from the red hills on the west side of town; dance after the fireworks at the swimming pool. On the night of the 3rd, there will be a Street Dance on Main Street between 3rd and 4th North.
July 4th
”Americans Celebrating Their Freedom” is the theme for this year’s Independence Day Celebrations in Salina. Activities include: Rodeo 3rd at 8 p.m. followed by a Street Dance on Main Street. On the 4th of July, breakfast is served at NS Middle School beginning at 7 a.m., followed by races and games. The parade begins at 6 p.m. followed again by the rodeo and fireworks.
July 3rd & 4th
Independence Day Celebration in Aurora includes: The night of the 3rd rides, dinner and fireworks sponsored by the Aurora Fire Department. The morning of the 4th will be a flag ceremony and continental breakfast at 7 a.m. Lunch includes hamburgers, chicken and hot dogs at the Aurora Park and begins serving at 11:30 a.m., followed by game booths, rides and races. Call Gary with questions at 893-0458.
July 5th, 6th, 8th through 13th.
Southern Babe Ruth State Baseball Tournament, by invitation only, at Snow College South.
July 10th.
Technology Expo, Knights Bridge Hall, 180 West 400 South, Richfield. Admission to the Expo is free but a ticket is required. Tickets can be obtained at Sevier County Economic Development, Richfield Area Chamber of Commerce, and area businesses. The Expo is being held in conjunction with the Richfield Area Chamber of Commerce Luncheon (buffet lunch $10; RSVP to Elaine at 896-4241) which begins at noon. Expo will begin at 12:30 p.m. and will include sessions entitled: E Commerce: How to, Why to; Case Study: Rag Rugs; Case Study: Pressed Petals; and Harvesting Money from the Web. Sessions will run until 3:00 p.m. Topics are geared to local business and individuals for successful internet enhancement. Call Malcolm at 893-0454 or Elaine at 896-4241 with questions.
July 13th.
Miss Sevier County Pageant, Richfield High School, Call Sevier County Tourism and Events 893-0458.
July 24th .
Willow Bend Camp of the DUP is sponsoring a Pioneer Day celebration in Aurora. The parade will begin at 5:00 p.m., at 350 N. Main, followed by dedication of a historic monument, dutch-oven dinner, games, program and family dancing to the Country Friends Band at the Aurora Park. To register for the parade, call Virginia at 529-3265. Quilts will be given away by drawing; tickets are 6 for $5 or $1 each. Dinner tickets are $25 per family or $5 per person 12 and older. Children’s dinner tickets 6 to 11 $3.50; under 6 free. Call Raelene for more information at 529-3766.
August Activities
August 31, September 1 and 2.
Blackhawk Barrel Series; Double Sanctioned by American West and Xtreme Barrel Racing Association. $10,000 added and prizes. For more information call Danna Shaw 529-7484
August 3rd.
Lions Club Demolition Derby, Sevier County Fairgrounds.
August 8-10.
Sevier County Fair, Fairgrounds, Richfield, Call 893-0458.
August 24th.
Fremont Indian State Park celebrates it’s 15th Birthday with a party on Saturday, August 24th. Celebration includes Rock Art cake, punch, guided tours of the park and museum movies, arts and crafts and demonstrations of all types. Come and enjoy this fun, educational opportunity!
outdoor recreation
Fish Lake, UT, 84701
Long known for its deep waters and record trout, this provided food for the Fishlake Indians. Visit their Web site by clicking here.
Historic Fish Lake Lodge
Fish Lake: 435-638-1000
Skougaard's Fish Lake Lodge was built in 1928-31 of huge spruce logs from nearby Pelican canyon. The building is one of American's largest and most impressive log structures. Meals and cabins are available.