To easily find Hardware Ranch, type "Hardware Ranch, Hyrum, UT" into your map app, or click on the maps below:
Directions: 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.
- We will rendezvous about 1 mile prior to reaching the main visitor center area.
All of the American West Heritage Center’s Willie Handcart Trek Experiences take place in Blacksmith Fork Canyon at the Hardware Ranch. The site is approximately 123 miles from Highland in Blacksmith Fork Canyon near Hyrum, UT.
The Willie Handcart Trek includes:
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
