Virgin River
After carving Zion Canyon, the Virgin runs southwest past St. George, cuts through Arizona's Virgin River Gorge, and enters Nevada near Mesquite, with its final 30 miles forming Lake Mead's north arm.
Weather at the Virgin River (National Weather Service) ↗
River facts
| Length | About 162 miles |
|---|---|
| Source | East and North Fork confluence near Zion National Park, Utah |
| Mouth | Colorado River at Lake Mead's north arm, Nevada |
| States | Nevada, Utah |
Boat ramps and launches
Orange dots on the map. Tap a name to open it in Google Maps. Public ramps and launches along the Virgin River in Utah, from OpenStreetMap. The list may be incomplete, so check the state wildlife agency for current access.
- Boat ramp (36.298, -114.404) Unnamed in OpenStreetMap
Bait shops
No bait shops are mapped near this river yet. Search Google Maps for bait shops near the Virgin River ↗
Fishing regulations
Check the state agency for river-specific rules, seasons and limits before you fish:
Lakes on or near the Virgin River
Lakes in our guide on or near this river:
Facts from Virgin River (Wikipedia) ↗ · Boat ramps and bait shops: OpenStreetMap contributors · River course: U.S. Geological Survey