Parks & Recreation
Department Mission
The Santa Clara Parks & Recreation Department is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our residents by maintaining safe, beautiful parks and recreational facilities that bring our community together. We proudly care for 4 city parks, 12.5 miles of recreational trails, our historic cemetery, and open spaces throughout Santa Clara, working every day to ensure these spaces are clean, safe, and welcoming for all to enjoy. We are committed to providing excellent stewardship of Santa Clara’s recreational spaces, ensuring they remain accessible and enjoyable for everyone, today and for future generations.
Meet the Director: Ryan VonCannon
Ryan VonCannon brings over 30 years of experience in the construction industry to his role with Santa Clara City. He began his career working for a local plumbing company, where he spent six years managing multiple crews and job sites. After earning his Journeyman Plumber’s and Contractor’s license, Ryan founded and successfully operated his own plumbing business in Southern Utah, specializing in new construction projects. After five years of business ownership, Ryan and his family chose to return to the St. George area. In the fall of 2016, he joined Santa Clara City as the Supervisor for the Parks Department. His dedication and leadership led to his promotion to Parks Director in 2022. Ryan is passionate about enhancing the beauty of the city and creating spaces the community can be proud of. In his free time, he enjoys hiking, camping, hunting, and fishing. He especially values time spent with his family.
Archie H. Gubler Park
Location: 2375 Rachel Dr, Santa Clara UT 84765
Amenities: Baseball/Softball Fields Playground, Basketball Court, Sand Volleyball, Restrooms, 4 Park Pavilions (Reservations Suggested) 6 Pickleball Courts
Canyon View Park
Location: 1400 Canyon View Dr, Santa Clara UT 84765
Amenities: Playground, Sand Volleyball 1 Large Pavilion, Restrooms, Drinking Fountain, Tennis Courts, Pickleball Courts, Open Grass, Ball Field (Spence Gunn), Trailhead
Black Rock Park
Location: 2501 Concord Ave, Santa Clara UT 84765
Amenities: Playground, Basketball Court, Pavilion, Restrooms, Drinking Fountain
Swiss Pioneer Memorial Park
Location: 1527 Chapel St, Santa Clara UT 84765
Amenities: Playground, Pavilion, Restrooms, Drinking Fountain, Open Grass
City Hall Hours
Monday – Thursday:
8:00am – 5:00pm
Friday:
8:00am – 1:00pm
Justice Court Hours
Monday – Thursday:
8:00am – 5:00pm
Friday:
8:00am – 11:00am
After Hours Emergency
Please call the main line at 435-673-6712.
The after hours service will collect the necessary information and contact the proper department’s
on-call person.
