Willie Handcart Experience
at Hardware Ranch
Hardware Ranch is located 15 miles east of Hyrum, Utah, in Blacksmith Fork Canyon.
● From I-15 take exit 364 toward US-89 / Logan /Utah State University.
● Travel on US-89 / US-91 for approximately 19 miles (through Sardine Canyon).
● Turn right onto UT-101 and follow the signs for UT-101 until you reach a McDonald’s – keep going straight on this road until you reach to top of Blacksmith Fork Canyon
The Willie Handcart Trek includes:
● Logistical, programming, and medical team assistance
● On trail guides and 24-hour staff assistance during trek
● Replicas of authentic handcarts used by the pioneers
● ADA Handcarts
● A replica of historically correct tents displayed in Curtis Creek Campground
● Portable restrooms in camp and at certain location on trail
● Potable water
● A first-aid kit
● Fire barrels and firewood for main/group fire only
● Mounted horse riders as guides
● Radio Communications
● Emergency phone communications
Transportation
Salt Lake Express Buses
Departure
June 6th 7:30AM from the Willow Creek Stake Center
Breakfast -provided at the Stake Center upon arrival
Lunch - Day 1 lunch will be assembled upon arrival at the Stake Center
Return
June 8th approximately 4:30 PM