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Harrisburg
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- Leeds, UT (Washington County)
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Harrisburg is a ghost town in Washington County with an interesting origin story involving relocation due to flooding. Originally established as Harrisville in 1859, residents moved to higher ground on Quail Creek after the Virgin River flooded the area. The town's name changed to reflect its new location.
Updated October 22, 2026
Harrisburg is a ghost town in Washington County, Utah, United States. Established as Harrisville in 1859, the town was flooded by the Virgin River in 1862, causing the residents to move farther up Quail Creek. Soon after, the town's name was changed to Harrisburg.
About Harrisburg
Harrisburg is a historic site in Leeds, Utah, in Washington County. The nearest other historic site is Hurricane Canal, about 6.2 miles away, with 22 more within 30 miles.
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Places to stay
- Quality Inn Zion Park Area · Hotel · Hurricane · 3.6 mi
- Comfort Inn & Suites Zion Park Area · Hotel · Hurricane · 3.6 mi
More to do nearby
- Quail Creek State Park · Park & Garden · 1.3 mi
- Quail Creek State Park Disc Golf · Disc Golf · 1.3 mi
- Dig Paddlesports LLC · Rentals & Outfitters · 1.1 mi
- SoTah Adventures Electric Dirt Bike Rentals & Tours · Tours & Guided Trips · 2.9 mi
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Where is it?
Leeds, Utah.
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