Cordura Trail
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Activities: Hiking, Biking, Horseback Riding
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Trail Distance: 0.27 miles (one way) single-track
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Trail Difficulty: Easy
Trail Description:
The Cordura Trail is accessible via the 260 foot McMullin connector trail, shortly after passing the stepover gate at the White Reef Trailhead.
Turning left leads to the some of the last structures of the Mormon pioneer community of Harrisburg, Utah.
Turning right, and continuing north for 1,200 feet, leads to remains of a set for the film, They Came to Cordura; in which Harrisburg doubled as a Mexican village during the filming of the picture. This 1959 Hollywood western was directed by Robert Rossen, and starred Gary Cooper, Rita Hayworth, Van Heflin and Tab Hunter. In the spring of 1958 crews constructed a replica hacienda out of wood framing, chicken wire and stucco, complete with a plaza and fountain.
The Cordura trail also connects to the Adams Trail, which leads to the Orson B. Adams House, and the White Reef Trail.
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Directions
Access note: To enter the Red Cliffs Recreation Area, vehicle and trailer height and width is restricted to 11 feet 9 inches to pass through two narrow underpasses beneath the I-15 freeway. Plan your travel according.
Northbound from Saint George: From I-15 northbound, take exit 22 for UT-228 north toward Leeds, then turn right onto Old Highway 91. Continue for 2 miles, then turn right onto West Red Cliffs Campground Road.
Southbound from Cedar City: From I-15 southbound, take exit 23 toward UT-228/Leeds, then turn left onto Silver Reef Road. Continue for 480 feet, then turn right onto Main Street. After 1.5 miles, continue southbound on Old Highway 91 for 2 miles. Turn right onto West Red Cliffs Campground Road.
Fees
Day Use Fee: $5 per vehicle. Cash or check only. The America the Beautiful Passes are accepted here and allow free day-use.