Grassy Meadows Sky Ranch Homes for Sale | Hurricane, Utah Airpark Community
Grassy Meadows Sky Ranch (FAA identifier UT47) is one of the most distinctive real estate opportunities in Southern Utah: a private residential airpark in Hurricane where pilots live alongside their aircraft, custom homes sit on larger lots, and the runway is part of the neighborhood. For aviation buyers, this is the kind of property that doesn't come along often.
The appeal goes beyond the runway. Grassy Meadows attracts buyers who want privacy, space, hangars, shops, and room for an active outdoor lifestyle alongside their aircraft. From UT47 you have quick access to some of the most spectacular flying country in North America: Zion Canyon, the Grand Canyon's North Rim, Bryce Canyon, Capitol Reef, and Lake Powell are all within easy range. On the ground, Sand Hollow Reservoir, Hurricane's off-road trail systems, and St. George's services are close by.
Quick take: Grassy Meadows Sky Ranch is a niche airpark community for pilots and aviation-minded buyers who want a private runway setting, custom homes on larger lots, hangar or hangar-potential properties, and access to Southern Utah's recreation and flying country. Inventory is limited and properties here trade quietly. I've closed transactions at Sky Ranch and know the community well.
Handing over the keys at Grassy Meadows Sky Ranch. This is what closing day looks like when the runway is part of the neighborhood.
UT47 Sky Ranch at a Glance
Community type
Private residential airpark with custom homes, larger lots, hangars, and aviation-oriented properties.
Airport identifier
UT47, Grassy Meadows/Sky Ranch Landowners Association Airport, Hurricane, Utah.
Runway
Runway 17/35, asphalt surface, approximately 4,400 feet by 50 feet. Private use, permission required before landing.
Elevation
Approximately 3,300 feet MSL. Density altitude matters here, especially in summer. Factor performance calculations accordingly for your aircraft.
- Location: Hurricane, Utah, Washington County
- FAA identifier: UT47
- Airport use: Private, permission required before landing
- Runway: 17/35, asphalt, approximately 4,400 ft x 50 ft
- Elevation: approximately 3,300 feet MSL
- HOA: HOA-managed community; verify current dues, runway maintenance responsibilities, and rules before purchasing
- HOA website: grassymeadows.org
- Airport data: UT47 on AirNav
Grassy Meadows Sky Ranch: October 2026 Snapshot (verified market and community facts)
- What it is: Hurricane's residential airpark, where hangar homes on acreage share the community's own UT47 airstrip
- Fees: third-party data puts dues around $85 a month, listed as approximate; confirm the current figure with the association before you write an offer
- Honest read: no reliable median exists at this size, so I track this market sale by sale rather than quoting averages that would mislead you
- Market check, October 1, 2026: only 2 active and pending houses and condos here, so any median from that few listings swings hard and I am not publishing one, against a Washington County median sale price of $499,163 across 298 closed sales in September 2026 and 37 median days on market (Washington County MLS)
The Flying Country Around UT47
Pilots who haven't flown Southern Utah don't fully appreciate what living at Grassy Meadows means for day-to-day flying. The airspace is uncrowded. The terrain is spectacular. And the destinations within a short flight are genuinely world-class.
- Zion Canyon: Zion National Park is practically below you on departure. The canyon views from the air are unlike anything you'll find from a car.
- Grand Canyon North Rim: a short cross-country flight over some of the most dramatic terrain in the Southwest.
- Bryce Canyon: unique hoodoo formations and high-elevation plateau flying, easily accessible from UT47.
- Capitol Reef and Canyonlands: excellent cross-country destinations with remote terrain that rewards low and slow flying.
- Lake Powell: within range for a day trip combining flying and boating.
- St. George Regional Airport (SGU): the region's commercial airport is close by for instrument approaches, flight services, and commercial connections.
For buyers relocating to Southern Utah specifically for the aviation lifestyle, UT47 puts you in the middle of flying country that takes most pilots years of travel to fully explore. Living here means it's accessible any morning you want it.
Aircraft and Runway Considerations
UT47's approximately 4,400-foot asphalt runway is suitable for a wide range of light aircraft, but buyers should evaluate it carefully for their specific needs. At roughly 3,300 feet MSL, density altitude becomes a real factor during summer months when valley temperatures regularly exceed 100°F. What performs fine in January may need careful calculation in July and August.
Practically speaking:
- Single-engine piston aircraft (Cessna 172, Piper Cherokee, RV series, etc.) are well within the runway's operating envelope in most conditions.
- High-performance singles and light twins (Bonanza, Cirrus SR22, Beech Baron) operate comfortably with attention to density altitude in summer.
- Larger piston twins and light turboprops should evaluate summer density altitude performance carefully. Hot day, full fuel, and a meaningful load can change the calculation.
- Jets and larger turboprops should carefully evaluate whether the runway length, surface condition, and approaches meet their operational requirements before purchasing.
- Experimental and homebuilt aircraft are common in residential airpark communities and UT47 is no exception.
Always verify current runway details before purchasing. Surface condition, lighting, approach procedures, and any temporary restrictions should be confirmed directly. Published data is a starting point, not a substitute for a site visit and a conversation with the HOA about current operating conditions.
Homes, Hangars, and What to Look For
Properties at Grassy Meadows Sky Ranch are custom homes on larger lots, and the evaluation process is genuinely different from a standard residential purchase. Beyond bedrooms and square footage, the questions that matter for aviation buyers:
- Does the property have an existing hangar? If so, what are the door dimensions and interior height? Can your aircraft fit? Is it wide enough for your wingspan and deep enough for your fuselage length?
- If there's no hangar, can one be built? Verify with the HOA whether the lot has taxiway access, whether hangar construction is permitted, and whether there are size, height, or design restrictions.
- Taxiway access and lot orientation. Not every lot at an airpark has equivalent taxi access. Understand the route from the property to the runway and whether it works for your aircraft.
- Apron space. Is there room to park, run up, and maneuver on the property without using the taxiway?
- Non-aviation storage. Many Sky Ranch buyers also have RVs, side-by-sides, boats, or shop equipment. Lot size and garage configuration matter for the full lifestyle picture.
- Views and lot orientation. Southern Utah lots with western or southern exposure capture the red rock and valley views that justify being here. Worth evaluating carefully.
Hangar dimensions that matter: door width, door height, interior depth, and tie-down configuration. For a Cessna 182, you need roughly 36 feet of width and 8 feet of door height at minimum. A Cirrus SR22 needs similar width. A Bonanza or larger aircraft needs 40+ feet of width and taller doors. Don't assume a "hangar home" means the hangar fits your aircraft. Measure first.
HOA and Airpark Rules
Grassy Meadows Sky Ranch is HOA-managed, and the HOA at an airpark community has a broader mandate than a typical residential association. Beyond standard architectural and maintenance guidelines, the HOA at UT47 may govern runway access, maintenance cost sharing, guest use procedures, aircraft operating rules, hangar standards, and taxiway responsibilities.
Before purchasing, buyers should review and understand:
- Current HOA dues and what they cover
- Runway maintenance responsibilities and cost-sharing structure
- Guest landing procedures and permissions
- Aircraft type or size restrictions, if any
- Hangar construction guidelines and approval process
- Taxiway access rights for each lot
- Rules on non-aviation uses (RV storage, commercial activity, shop use)
- How the HOA handles maintenance requests and disputes
The HOA's own site is the best source for current information: grassymeadows.org. I pull and review the HOA documents as part of due diligence for every buyer at Sky Ranch.
Location: Hurricane, Sand Hollow, and St. George
Grassy Meadows Sky Ranch gives you a private, low-density setting without sacrificing access to Southern Utah's main lifestyle draws. From the community:
- Hurricane for daily services, restaurants, schools, and local shopping
- Sand Hollow for boating, off-road access, golf, and dune riding, roughly 10 to 15 minutes away
- St. George for medical care, broader retail, dining, and St. George Regional Airport (SGU)
- Zion National Park for hiking, canyoneering, and trail access in the Zion area
- Over the Edge Sports in Hurricane for mountain bike rentals, service, and local trail knowledge
For buyers who want the full Hurricane lifestyle context: Off-Road Living in Hurricane.
Who Sky Ranch Fits Best
Grassy Meadows Sky Ranch is a strong match for a specific buyer. It's not for everyone, and the right fit usually involves at least a few of these:
- Active pilots who want to live alongside their aircraft and eliminate the friction of flying from a distant airport
- Aircraft owners looking for hangar or hangar-potential properties with taxiway access
- Aviation enthusiasts who want the airpark community culture even if they're not flying daily
- Buyers who want space and privacy beyond what standard Hurricane subdivisions offer
- RV and outdoor gear owners who need shop space, oversized garages, and larger lots
- Remote workers and retirees who want a distinctive property in a low-density setting with access to Southern Utah recreation
- Buyers relocating from other fly-in communities who understand the lifestyle and are looking for it in Southern Utah specifically
Buying or Selling at Sky Ranch
Airpark properties require a different approach than standard residential real estate, on both sides of the transaction.
For buyers, the evaluation goes deeper than a typical home search. Aircraft fit, hangar dimensions, taxiway access, HOA aviation rules, lot orientation for apron use, and density altitude performance are all part of the picture alongside the standard home inspection and HOA review. Getting this right before you're under contract saves significant time and frustration.
For sellers, Sky Ranch homes need to be marketed to aviation buyers specifically. The buyer for this property is not someone casually browsing Hurricane homes on Zillow. They're a pilot or aviation-lifestyle buyer who is searching specifically for airpark communities, who understands what UT47 is, and who will pay a premium for the right hangar, taxiway access, and lot. Reaching that buyer requires positioning the property correctly and getting it in front of the right audience.
I've closed transactions at Grassy Meadows Sky Ranch and understand both the aviation-specific due diligence and the marketing required to reach the right buyer pool for this community.
or call 435-200-5508. Tell me your aircraft type, hangar requirements, lot needs, and what you're looking for in the broader lifestyle. I'll narrow the search to properties that actually work for how you fly and how you live.
Helpful Nearby Pages
Grassy Meadows living usually means hangars, shops, and well-worked outbuildings, which makes power a real line item: my power cost calculator compares Dixie Power, Rocky Mountain Power, and every city utility in the county. My property tax calculator shows how the outlying tax areas compare with town.
Grassy Meadows Sky Ranch FAQ
What is Grassy Meadows Sky Ranch?
Grassy Meadows Sky Ranch is a private residential airpark community in Hurricane, Utah, with the FAA identifier UT47. It features custom homes on larger lots, private runway access, hangar and hangar-potential properties, and a community built around the aviation lifestyle.
What aircraft operate well at UT47?
Single-engine piston aircraft, high-performance singles, and light twins operate comfortably at UT47 in most conditions. At approximately 3,300 feet MSL, density altitude is a real factor on hot summer days, and pilots with heavier aircraft should calculate summer performance carefully. Larger turboprops and jets should evaluate whether the runway length and surface meet their operational needs before purchasing. The runway is approximately 4,400 feet of asphalt, which is plenty for most light general aviation aircraft but warrants careful evaluation for high-performance or heavy aircraft in summer conditions.
Is UT47 open to the public?
No. UT47 is a private-use airport. Permission is required before landing. Buyers, guests, and visiting pilots should confirm current access procedures through the HOA or appropriate contacts before operating there.
Do all homes at Sky Ranch have hangars?
No. Some properties have existing hangars; others have hangar-potential lots where construction may be possible subject to HOA approval and taxiway access. Each property needs to be evaluated individually. For buyers who require a hangar, confirming that the specific lot allows one and that the dimensions work for your aircraft is an essential part of due diligence.
What hangar dimensions should I look for?
It depends on your aircraft. As a rough guide: most single-engine piston aircraft need at minimum 36 to 40 feet of door width and 8 to 9 feet of door height. High-wing aircraft with tall antennas or aircraft with larger wingspans need more. Larger piston twins and some high-performance singles need 40+ feet wide and taller doors. Always verify actual hangar dimensions and compare them to your aircraft's wingspan, fuselage height, and tail height before making an offer based on hangar fit.
How does the HOA work at an airpark community?
The HOA at Grassy Meadows Sky Ranch has a broader scope than a typical residential association. In addition to standard architectural and maintenance guidelines, it may govern runway maintenance cost-sharing, guest landing procedures, aircraft restrictions, hangar construction approvals, and taxiway access rights. Buyers should review the full HOA documents and confirm current dues and what they cover before purchasing. The HOA website is at grassymeadows.org.
What's the density altitude situation at UT47 in summer?
At approximately 3,300 feet MSL with summer temperatures regularly exceeding 100°F in the St. George and Hurricane area, density altitude at UT47 can reach 6,000 to 7,000+ feet on hot afternoons. This affects climb performance, takeoff distance, and useful load for all aircraft. Most light piston aircraft handle it fine with appropriate planning, but buyers with heavier or less powerful aircraft should evaluate summer operating performance carefully. Early morning departures during peak summer months are standard practice for pilots in this region.
How close is Grassy Meadows Sky Ranch to Zion National Park?
By air, Zion Canyon is extremely close, just minutes from UT47. By ground, the South Entrance to Zion National Park at Springdale is roughly 30 to 45 minutes from Hurricane depending on route and traffic. The combination of air access and ground access to Zion makes Sky Ranch an exceptional location for buyers who want the national park as part of their regular routine.
What should I verify before buying at Sky Ranch?
Beyond the standard home inspection and title review, aviation buyers should verify: current runway condition and any restrictions, HOA dues and what they cover, runway maintenance cost-sharing structure, guest landing procedures, hangar dimensions and taxiway access for their specific lot, whether hangar construction is permitted if no hangar exists, aircraft type or size restrictions under HOA rules, insurance considerations for the property and aircraft, and density altitude performance for their specific aircraft in summer conditions.
Grassy Meadows Sky Ranch Homes for Sale
The newest Sky Ranch listings are featured at the top of this page. Inventory here is limited and properties sometimes trade quietly before reaching the open market. If you don't see the right fit, reach out directly. The best match for an aviation buyer depends on more than bedrooms and square footage.
or call 435-200-5508 for current Sky Ranch listings, off-market opportunities, and focused guidance on hangar fit, taxiway access, HOA rules, and everything else that matters for buying or selling in an airpark community.
