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