La Verkin: the numbers and what's current The Census Bureau estimates La Verkin's population at 4,515 on July 1, 2025, up 3.9% from the 4,344 in its April 2020 estimates base. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 city and town population estimates ↗
Mayor: Kelly Wilson. Council: Micah Gubler, Darren Prince, Amanda Barr, John Valenti, Scot Pectol. La Verkin City: Mayor & City Council ↗
The City Council meets on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m., generally the first and third Wednesday of the month; upcoming meetings are Nov. 4, Nov. 18 and Dec. 2, 2026. La Verkin City: Mayor & City Council ↗
From the city Budget and finances Checked against the city's own pages on October 28, 2026 . Dates and schedules change; confirm with the city before you plan around them.
La Verkin at a glance Washington County · Utah
La Verkin lies on the north bank of the Virgin River, across from Hurricane to the south and next to Toquerville to the north. The city's own description places it in the middle of what it calls the Grand Circle: Zion National Park is about 20 miles away, Bryce Canyon about 106 miles and the Grand Canyon about 125 miles. It also describes the Pah Tempe hot mineral springs in Timpoweap Canyon, just south of the community, as a place early settlers and local Native Americans used for healing and rest. That page, written around 2018, says the springs were then closed while Washington County, La Verkin, Hurricane and the water conservancy district studied reopening them, so check the current status before assuming access.
For a short outing on foot, the city's trails page describes the La Verkin Overlook Trail: a trailhead near 400 South and 100 West with a small gravel lot, a route of about 1.1 miles one way that climbs the face and follows a ridge to the monument view area. The monument can also be reached by passenger vehicle from Highway 9 on a dirt and gravel road of about 1.5 miles. The city's events pages list annual traditions including Peach Days, Fourth of July, 24th of July, Water Days, Winterfest and Wreaths Across America, and a Historical Committee works to identify, preserve and promote the city's heritage.
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Sales tax in La Verkin The combined sales and use tax rate is 7.08% (6.45% in unincorporated Washington County). Grocery food is taxed at 3.00%, restaurant meals at 8.08% and hotel stays (transient room) at 13.65%. Rates in effect as of Oct. 1, 2026. Source: Utah State Tax Commission: Sales and Use Tax Rates ↗
Places and local character La Verkin Overlook Trail ↗ In town · About 1.1 miles one way from a trailhead near 400 South and 100 West to a ridgeline monument with views of the town and the Virgin River; the monument is also reachable by a gravel road off Highway 9. Pah Tempe hot mineral springs ↗ Nearby · The city describes the historic springs in Timpoweap Canyon south of town; its page notes they were closed when it was written, so confirm current access. Zion National Park ↗ Nearby · About 20 miles from La Verkin by the city's measure, as part of the Grand Circle of national parks. Historical Committee ↗ In town · A city committee whose mission is to identify, preserve and promote La Verkin's cultural and historical heritage. Resident essentials The overlook trail starts in a neighborhood with a small lot, so follow the posted trailhead guidance and respect residents' privacy; check event pages for current dates.
Government and sources Municipal directory · Utah municipal boundary data · Roster checked Oct. 19, 2026. Check the linked agency for current services and contacts.
Local guide sources Local guide reviewed Oct 27, 2026 . Operators provide current hours, fees, reservations and access information.
