Tropic was settled in 1892 and was named for its mild climate. About 1890 the East Fork Canal or Tropic ditch as it was called, was completed after two years of terribly hard work by men and boys with axes, picks, shovels, crowbars and scrapers. This canal is nine and three quarters miles long and the water is diverted from the West Fork of the Sevier River and is a homemade structure, a monument to these sturdy pioneers. The Harvest Festival in October has become an annual community event. Stop at Ebenezer Bryce s old cabin in Tropic, and at the visitor center which is located in the center of town.
All services are available year round in Tropic.
Public and private campgrounds are available in the area.