Snow Canyon Retirement Community
2778 West Lava Hills Road, Santa Clara, UT 84765 · Washington County
Snow Canyon Retirement Community is a 69-bed luxury senior community in Santa Clara, set against red rock scenery, with three care levels and a pool, golf simulator, and custom residences up to 3,600+ square feet.
- Memory Care
- Independent Living
- Santa Clara
- Luxury
Why Families Choose Snow Canyon Retirement Community
- Brand-new luxury retirement community
- Three care levels under one roof
- Apartments, villas, and bespoke homes (studio to 3,600+ sqft)
- Pool, spa, golf simulator, pickleball, theater on-site
- Red rock setting near Snow Canyon State Park
- Beauty and barber salon plus arts and crafts studio
About Snow Canyon Retirement Community
Snow Canyon Retirement Community is a 69-bed luxury senior community at 2778 West Lava Hills Road in Santa Clara, Utah, set in central Washington County and ringed by state parks against the red rock scenery of the southwest corner of the state. The campus runs three care levels under one roof: independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Resident accommodations span apartments, villas, and privately owned bespoke homes with one- to three-bedroom plans, ranging from studio apartments up to custom residences over 3,600 square feet.
That housing range is unusual at the 69-bed scale and reflects a continuum-of-life-stage approach, accommodating active retirees alongside higher-care residents. Staff coverage runs continuously, with personal care covering bathing, dressing, transfers, medication management, and meal coordination. The memory-care wing operates as a secured side, staffed by caregivers trained in dementia communication and behavior support.
Weekday life centers on the dining program, the activity calendar, and a destination-grade luxury amenity set. The on-site kitchen turns out three meals daily, and the amenity list includes a beauty and barber salon, housekeeping and laundry, on-site transportation, a fitness center with yoga and pickleball courts, a pool and spa, a golf simulator, a theater, a library, an arts and crafts studio, gardens and patios, and offsite excursions.
Snow Canyon runs as a private-pay community per current published records, with pricing starting at $4,800 monthly. Final cost depends on the resident's care plan and the rate sheet active at admission, walked through with your senior advisor. Santa Clara sits in central Washington County adjacent to St. George and Snow Canyon State Park. St. George Regional Hospital is roughly 12 to 15 minutes east for routine and emergency clinical care, with Dixie Regional Medical Center reachable in about 15 minutes for further clinical needs.
Red Cliffs Mall and the broader downtown St. George commercial corridor sit within 12 to 15 minutes for visiting-family meals, and the Lava Hills Road block sits in established Santa Clara with red rock surroundings. The combination of the 69-bed scale, three care levels under one roof, the studio-through-3,600+sqft housing range, the destination-grade amenity set with pool and golf simulator, and the red-rock scenic setting makes Snow Canyon a notable destination for Washington County families wanting a luxury senior community in the Snow Canyon area.
Environment
A 69-bed luxury senior community at 2778 West Lava Hills Road in Santa Clara, surrounded by red rock and state parks. Apartments, villas, and bespoke homes span studio through 3,600+ sqft layouts. Common spaces include pool/spa, golf simulator, theater, library, arts studio, gardens, and patios.
Services
Personal care includes bathing, dressing, transferring, medication management, and meal coordination. The memory-care wing runs as a secured side with dementia-trained caregivers; On-site transportation, housekeeping, and laundry are part of the standard offering.
Resident Experience
Regular tone reads engaged at the destination-grade luxury scale, with the red-rock setting, the wide housing range from studios to custom 3,600+ sqft homes, and the pool-plus-golf-simulator amenity set shaping how residents experience the property.
Rates and availability current as of 2026. Contact Lexie Huff for the latest figures.
Lexie Huff
Local Senior Advisor, Utah
Advisor Insight on
Snow Canyon Retirement Community
For Washington County families wanting a luxury senior community with three care levels and bespoke-home options up to 3,600+ sqft, Snow Canyon combines that scope with red-rock scenery and a destination-grade amenity set.
- Best for:
- Washington County families wanting a luxury senior community with three care levels and red-rock state-park scenery.
- Consider if:
- The luxury destination scale runs busier than smaller residential homes; the property runs as private-pay.
- Ask on tour:
- Memory-care wing availability, custom-home and villa floor-plan options, dietary accommodations, and pet-policy specifics.
- Comparison:
- A destination-grade luxury senior community alongside the residential homes scattered across Washington County.
Amenities & Services
Review Highlights
The community runs at the luxury destination scale, with red-rock scenery, three care levels, and the pool-plus-golf-simulator amenity set shaping the experience.
What People Like
- Brand-new luxury retirement community
- Three care levels under one roof
- Studio to 3,600+ sqft housing range
- Pool, spa, golf simulator, pickleball
- Red-rock state-park scenic setting
Things to consider
- Private-pay only documented currently
- Luxury destination scale runs busier than smaller residential homes
Reviews from Google
I’ve had the opportunity to help guide several seniors to Snow Canyon Retirement Community, and I’ve consistently been impressed with the experience they’ve had. The team there truly works together, and it shows in the level of care, communication, and overall environment they…
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Compare Snow Canyon Retirement Community with Nearby Communities
Use this comparison to evaluate pricing, care availability, and key differences between similar communities in Santa Clara, UT.
| Compared | Snow Canyon Retirement CommunitySanta Clara, UT 4.9 (41) | Beehive Homes of Snow CanyonSt. George, UT· 2.9 mi 5.0 (5) | Beehive Homes of St. GeorgeSt. George, UT· 2.9 mi 5.0 (5) |
|---|---|---|---|
Starting price | $4775/mo | $4400/mo | $4500/mo |
Care types | Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living | Assisted Living | Memory Care |
Total beds | 69 | 11 | 9 |
Medicaid | Not accepted | Not accepted | Not accepted |
Pet friendly | No | No | No |
Housing type | Community | Residential | Community |
| View this community | View this community |
Snow Canyon Retirement Community
Santa Clara, UT
- Starting price
- $4775/mo
- Care types
- Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
- Total beds
- 69
- Medicaid
- Not accepted
- Pet friendly
- No
- Housing type
- Community
Beehive Homes of Snow Canyon
St. George, UT· 2.9 mi
- Starting price
- $4400/mo
- Care types
- Assisted Living
- Total beds
- 11
- Medicaid
- Not accepted
- Pet friendly
- No
- Housing type
- Residential
Beehive Homes of St. George
St. George, UT· 2.9 mi
- Starting price
- $4500/mo
- Care types
- Memory Care
- Total beds
- 9
- Medicaid
- Not accepted
- Pet friendly
- No
- Housing type
- Community
Location
2778 West Lava Hills Road, Santa Clara, UT 84765
Get DirectionsNearby Essentials
- Hospital:St. George Regional Hospital sits roughly 12 to 15 minutes east for routine and emergency clinical care; Dixie Regional Medical Center reaches in about 15 minutes for additional options.
- Dining:Red Cliffs Mall and the downtown St. George commercial corridor reach within 12 to 15 minutes for visiting-family meals.
- Shopping:Red Cliffs Mall (12 to 15 minutes) and the downtown St. George retail blocks cover everyday and destination retail.
A neighborhood pocket on Lava Hills Road in Santa Clara, adjacent to Snow Canyon State Park in central Washington County.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Snow Canyon Retirement offer?
Independent living, assisted living, and memory care all under one roof, with the memory-care wing operating as a secured side of the campus.
How much does Snow Canyon Retirement cost?
Pricing entry per Senior Homes is $4,800 monthly. Specific cost depends on the resident's care plan and the rate sheet active at admission, walked through with your senior advisor.
Does Snow Canyon Retirement accept Medicaid?
Snow Canyon runs as a private-pay community. Families needing a Medicaid placement can ask an advisor to identify alternatives across Washington County.
Where is Snow Canyon Retirement located?
2778 West Lava Hills Road, Santa Clara, Utah 84765, in central Washington County adjacent to Snow Canyon State Park. St. George Regional Hospital is roughly 12 to 15 minutes east.
What housing options does Snow Canyon offer?
Apartments, villas, and privately-owned bespoke homes with one- to three-bedroom plans, ranging from studio apartments up to custom residences over 3,600 square feet.
How is memory care handled at Snow Canyon Retirement?
The memory-care wing runs as a secured side of the campus, staffed by dementia-trained caregivers.
What dining is available at Snow Canyon Retirement?
Three on-site meals each day from the on-site kitchen, plus snacks throughout. Specific dietary needs are handled by request.
Does Snow Canyon Retirement allow pets?
Pet policy is best confirmed with the community on tour.
Who operates Snow Canyon Retirement?
The community is locally operated as a brand-new luxury retirement community in Santa Clara.
How do I schedule a tour of Snow Canyon Retirement?
Reach your senior advisor through the contact form on this page. The advisor follows up the next business day to coordinate the tour and walk through how this Santa Clara community fits your particular family's situation.
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