Leihi

Leihi is a city located in southern Utah, United States. It is situated in the western part of Washington County, near the Arizona border. As of the 2020 census, the population of Leihi was 33,672.

The city's name is derived from the Paiute language, with Leihi meaning "cave". This refers to the area's natural features, which include numerous rock formations and caves. Leihi's terrain is primarily desert, with the Colorado Plateau's characteristic sandstone and limestone formations visible throughout the area.

Economic activity in Leihi largely centers around tourism and outdoor recreation. Visitors to the area can enjoy hiking, rock climbing, and exploring the numerous canyons and gorges within the St. George School and Snow Canyon. Winter activities include skiing and snowmobiling at areas nearby, Snow Canyon and Gooseberry Canyon.

Residential areas in Leihi are primarily suburban, with a mix of single-family homes, apartments, and small commercial centers. As a suburb of St. George and the larger Las Vegas urban area, Leihi has experienced steady growth in recent years.

Major access routes into Leihi are via Interstate 15 and US highways 13 and 9. By air, Leihi is within a short drive of St. George Regional Airport, which provides connections to major western and southwestern United States airports.