virgin river

Growing up in St. George, I spent A LOT of time in the Virgin River. But, did you ever hear the rumor about Alligators in the river? I did... and it scared me every time. BUT WAS IT TRUE?! It appears the rumor is... TRUE! More than once...

Cyanobacteria colonies like this will grow on rocks, sticks, and sand. Note the ribbed texture.NPS Summary Since a reported pet fatality in July 2020, Zion National Park staff have been actively monitoring for the presence of harmful cyanobacteria and cyanotoxins in three major tributaries of the Virgin River within the park: North Fork of the Virgin River, North Creek, and La Verkin Creek ... Rea

Washington City officials say five people were rescued from a sandbank in the Virgin River. The group was stranded Thursday south of the Sullivan Virgin River Soccer Park. Rescuers said a couple of people had life vests and there were two inner tubes...