118 N 900 W

Cedar City sits at about 5,670 feet above sea level in southwestern Utah, tucked against the western edge of the Markagunt Plateau and surrounded by the open terrain of Cedar Valley. It's the largest city in Iron County and a natural base for exploring some of the most stunning red-rock scenery in the American West. Daily life here mixes small-city ease with easy access to the outdoors, and the presence of Southern Utah University gives the community a steady cultural energy, from art exhibitions and live performances to athletic events on campus. The Utah Shakespeare Festival, which has been drawing audiences to SUU's campus since 1962, runs from June through October each year and draws tens of thousands of visitors to Cedar City. The city has a walkable historic downtown area along Main Street, with restaurants, shops, and locally owned businesses within easy reach.