RV Rentals Cedar City, Utah

Explore Cedar City, Utah in an RVshare Rental

Cedar City was founded in late 1851 by Mormon pioneers who wanted to build an ironworks. This particular ironworks only lasted a few years, but the iron mining industry remained strong in Iron County until the late 20th century. Today, Cedar City's economy focuses on tourism, education, and manufacturing. More than 35,000 people live in this lovely Utah city within driving distance of locations like St. George and Zion National Park. 

One interesting place to visit in Cedar City is Southern Utah University, which contains the complex known as the Beverley Taylor Sorenson Center for the Arts. This facility was built largely for the purpose of putting on the Utah Shakespeare Festival. Over the course of 16 weeks, people visit locations like the Engelstad Shakespeare Theatre, the Greenshow Stage, and the Randall L. Jones Theatre to see both Shakespearean and more modern works. 

The Frontier Homestead State Park Museum is an excellent place to learn more about the history of iron working in Cedar City. Historic buildings, a replica blast furnace, a collection of horse-drawn wagons, and more await. 

Events Near Cedar City, Utah

• Utah Midsummer Renaissance Faire – Cedar City hosts this renaissance fair in mid-July. This three-day event features historical reenactors, period musical acts, and vendors of a wide variety of medieval gear. 

• Cedar City Livestock & Heritage Festival – In late October, Cedar City celebrates its agricultural history with this event. During this festival, you'll get to take in a sheep parade, a tractor pull, a vintage car show, and multiple arts-and-crafts competitions.

• Bryce Canyon Astronomy Festival – If you're visiting Bryce Canyon National Park in late June, you'll have the opportunity to attend this four-day festival. Family-friendly activities take place during the day, but the best parts of this festival take place at night when visitors can explore the heavens with help from experts. 

Best RV Storage Facilities Near Cedar City, Utah

Just a few minutes south of the St. George / Hurricane KOA and Quail Creek State Park is Armoured RV Storage. This RV storage facility has wide spaces and driveways suitable for large boats and campers. You could also store your camper at Washington RV Storage, which is just 10 minutes southwest of Armoured RV Storage. At this facility, you can obtain secure outdoor storage for your RV as well as 24/7 access. Five minutes from Washington RV Storage is Minnie's RV & Boat Self-Storage, which is close to Interstate 15 and Red Cliffs National Conservation Area. This facility offers covered and uncovered parking options for campers up to 40 feet long.