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Old Iron Town State Monument

Cedar City, UT

Old Iron Town State Monument
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Fee: No fee information published on the park site.

About this park

Old Iron Town tells the story of Southern Utah's historic mining industry. In the 1850s, pioneer leader Brigham Young sent families to the Cedar City area to set up an iron works. Iron City, now Old Iron Town, was Iron County's second attempt at mining iron and included a schoolhouse, blacksmith shop, foundry and charcoal kiln. It operated only seven years, closing for lack of transportation for the ore and the money panic of 1874. Visitors walk among the ruins of the ironworks and a preserved beehive-shaped charcoal oven, then stroll a nature trail. The park encourages a stop at the Frontier Homestead State Park Museum in Cedar City first, to pick up a self-guided tour brochure.

Contact & location

๐Ÿ“ž (801) 538-7220

Nearby state parks

๐ŸŒฒFrontier Homestead State Park and Museum ยท Cedar City ยท 20.6 mi
๐ŸŒฒSnow Canyon State Park ยท Ivins ยท 27.3 mi
๐ŸŒฒQuail Creek State Park ยท Hurricane ยท 28.8 mi

Old Iron Town State Monument FAQ

Where is Old Iron Town State Monument located?
Old Iron Town State Monument is in Cedar City, Utah, at Old Iron Town Road. GPS coordinates: 37.60621, -113.42435. Get directions.
Is there an entrance fee at Old Iron Town State Monument?
No fee information published on the park site. Fees can change by season, so confirm with the park before you go.
How do I contact Old Iron Town State Monument?
You can call (801) 538-7220. The park office can confirm RV site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.
Are there RV campgrounds near Old Iron Town State Monument?
Yes. The closest RV-friendly campgrounds listed on ParkedRV are:Distances are straight-line miles.
How current is this information about Old Iron Town State Monument?
This listing was last updated on October 9, 2026. If something is out of date, let us know and we'll fix it.