Cache Visitors Bureau
199 North Main, Logan, Utah 84321
1.800.882.4433 http://tourcachevalley.com
Cache Chamber of Commerce
160 North Main, Logan, Utah 84321
435.752.2161 www.cachechamber.com Bear River Heritage Area, Room 209 170 North Main, Logan, Utah 84321 435.713.1426
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Experiences
Amalga Barrens |
The Amalga Barrens is a salt playa wetlands habitat several square miles in area with little human activity. Expect to see marsh birds, birds of prey, and many shorebirds. This site is on private lands, please stay on the road to view wildlife.
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Located 4 miles West of Smithfield on 7000 North. Turn west on 100 North in Smithfield. This becomes West Highway. From here turn north on 2400 West to access 7000 North. |
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41.85965° N 111.91055° W |
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American West Heritage Center |
| Discover what western life was like from 1820 to 1920 at this 160-acre living history center. Learn to spin wool, weave rugs, milk a cow or just enjoy the fresh mountain air and beautiful scenery on a wagon ride around the site. The center offers hands-on learning as you visit with Native Americans, mountain men and pioneers dressed in period costume. Visit the spacious welcome center featuring exhibits on local history, a spectacular view of the Wellsville Mountains and an outstanding gift shop featuring "Made in Utah" products. During the summer season of programming, wander through arts and crafts demonstrations, visit military encampments, Native American villages and mountain men rendezvous sites. Enjoy a Dutch oven dinner and tap your toe to western entertainmenet! |
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Wellsville, Utah (6 miles south of Logan on US Hwy 89/91) |
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41.6607° N 111.8991° W |
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Living History site: Tues. - Sat. 10 am - 5 pm; Welcome Center: Mon. - Fri. 9 am - 5 pm; Sat. 10 am - 4 pm |
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Welcome Center: year round except holidays. Living History site: Memorial Day to Labor Day. |
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800.225.FEST or 435.245.6050 On the web: www.awhc.org/ |
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Beaver Creek Lodge |
| Whether you come for our first-class snowmobiling, mountain horseback rides, a family reunion or business retreat, Beaver Creek Lodge is the place for you. Located in beautiful Logan Canyon, Beaver Creek Lodge is 27 miles east of Logan Utah along scenic US Highway 89. |
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Location: |
27 miles east of Logan, Logan Canyon, Cache National Forest |
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41.96298° N 111.52169° W |
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Mon. thru Sat. 10 am - 7 pm |
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Cache Daughters of Utah Pioneers Museum |
View mountain man and early pioneer relics and enjoy reading historical accounts of Cache Valley natives.
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Location: |
Chamber of Commerce building at 160 North Main Street, Logan, Utah |
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41.73465° N 111.83352° W |
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Tues. thru Fri., 10 am - 4 pm |
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June to September (Labor Day) or other times of the year by appointment |
Information: |
435.752.5139 or 435.753.1635 |
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Cutler Marsh |
Cutler Marsh was created by the shallow water of the Bear River at the head of the Cutler Reservoir. It is best viewed from the bridges where roads cross the marsh, and the boat docks (restroom here), or by canoe. Expect many waterfowl and shorebirds. A 2.5 mile loop trail starts and ends near Benson Marina (on 3000 North) and includes a foot bridge over the old railroad trestle to the south. Look for American Bittern, White-faced Ibis, Snowy Egret, Cattle Egret, Great Blue Heron, Northern Harrier, Common Yellowthroat, American White Pelican, and Sandhill Crane. Habitat includes freshwater marsh, open water, shoreline, wetland pasture and some riparian areas. Visit this site any season but winter. There are various ways to access the marsh, but in general you can take US Hwy 30 west from Logan for about 2.5 miles. There is a boat launch on the south side of Hwy 30 or you can turn north on 3200 West or State Hwy 23 to access the marina and other viewing sites. GPS coordinates are for the Hwy 30 boat launch. |
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Location: |
In general, about 2.5 miles west of Logan. |
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41.74586° N 111.94801° W |
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First Dam |
| This grassy park marks the first of three dams constucted to harness the power of Logan River for electricity. On a sunny, spring day, the banks of First Dam come alive with picnickers, volleyball, sunbathers and college students. Hopefully geese and ducks are always looking for a tasty crumb. Local anglers also frequent the water's edge in hopes of landing one of the many trout stocked here each year. Newly constructed vewing decks, fishing piers and restrooms make this park an enjoyable spot for everyone. |
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Location: |
Mouth of Logan Canyon, Cache National Forest. Off US Hwy 89 on Canyon Road. |
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41.74266° N 111.79051° W |
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Hardware Ranch and Elk Refuge |
Hardware Ranch Wildlife Management Area (WMA) was purchased by the State of Utah in 1945 as a location to operate a winter feeding program for Rocky Mountain Elk. Hardware Ranch WMA also provides habitat for many other species of wildlife, promotes wildlife research and management, and offers visitors recreational wildlife education. Through a cooperative effort with private contractors, Hardware Ranch offers opportunities during the winter season including horse-drawn sleigh rides to view the wintering elk, a gift shop and summer weekend wagon rides. Open for fishing during the summer with proper licenses.
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Location: |
Hyrum, Utah (15 miles east of Hyrum on US Hwy 101 in Blacksmith Fork Canyon) |
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41.60165° N 111.5682° W |
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Daily 10 am - 5 pm, December 15 to March 15; open for fishing in summer. |
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Hawkwatch International Wellsville Mountains site |
| You can view many western hawk species as they fly over the Wellsville Mountains September through October. This site is located 3000 feet above the canyon bottom. Volunteer to assist the Hawkwatch International team when they are camped at the site in early fall. Be prepared for a 3 mile hike. Visit Bridgerland Audubon Society on the web for a schedule of Hawkwatch outings. http://www.bridgerlandaudubon.org/. GPS coordinates are for beginning of trail. |
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Location: |
Deep Canyon Trailhead, located at the west end of 300 North in Mendon, Utah. Take Center Street to 7200 West to 300 North, turn west. |
Lat/Long: |
41.71357° N 112.005° W |
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September and October |
Information: |
Check the Hawkwatch website for current status of the Wellsville Mountains project: hawkwatch.org |
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High Creek Canyon |
| Birding is good all the way up High Creek to the trailhead at the roads end. Look for Winter Wren (June), American Dipper, Plumbeous Vireo, and Western Tanger. The scenery is also outstanding. Several trails depart from the trailhead and provide access the high mountain habitats within Mount Naomi Wilderness. Habitat consists of stream, riparian, mountain shrub, bigtooth maple, aspen, and conifer. Visit this site any season except winter. |
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Location: |
8 miles northeast of Richmond, Utah |
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41.96851° N 111.69861° W |
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Hyrum City Museum |
This new Hyrum City museum is still under development in the beautiful new Hyrum City Library/Museum complex. The building was completed in May of 2007 and displays are currently being designed and constructed. Call for more information or to arrange a visit. |
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Location: |
50 West Main, Hyrum, Utah |
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41.63422° N 111.85638° W |
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To be announced |
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By arrangement with museum staff |
Information: |
435-245-0208 Call for current status of construction |
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Hyrum State Park |
This beautiful 450-acre manmade lake offers boating, year-round fishing, waterskiing, camping, and swimming. Facilities include a 32-unit campground with one ADA site, modern restrooms, showers, a concrete boat ramp, and a sandy beach. A group camping area is available by reservation for reunions and parties. The park is located only 15 minutes from downtown Logan. Blacksmith Fork Canyon and Hardware Ranch Elk Refuge are only 16 miles to the east.
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Location: |
405 West 300 South, Hyrum, Utah |
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41.62766° N 111.86694° W |
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Gate is open 6 am to 10 pm |
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Year round, including Thanksgiving and Christmas |
Information: |
(435) 245-6866 |
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Limber Pine Nature Trail |
Limber Pine Nature Trail 004 Trailheads: Limber Pine Nature Trail, Bear Lake summit on US 89 about 30.7 miles from Logan Elevation Start/Middle/End:7800/7880/7800 feet Length: 1.3 mile rouond trip Ref map (7.5 min): Garden City Features: A short walk with an elevation change of about 80 feet attained by a series of switchbacks through the fir and aspen forest and meadows with abundant wildflowers. The goal is a large limber pine, which are actually several trees grown together. It is quite a bit older than most other trees in the area. There are good views of Bear Lake from several points. Trail information: There are a series of signs along the trail, giving much information on the flora and fauna. The hike around the trail wil take about an hour, however groups with small children should plan to take a little longer. The trail has been reconstructed to provide fewer steep sections and a smoother walking surface. |
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Location: |
Logan Canyon, Cache National Forest (30 miles east of Logan, Utah) |
Lat/Long: |
41.92227° N 111.46157° W |
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Logan Canyon Scenic Byway |
| Whether you travel by foot, bicycle or car, a journey along the Logan Canyon Scenic Byway offers enough wild natural beauty, diverse recreational opportunities and fascinating stories to satifsy even the most demanding adventurer. Located approximately ninety miles north of Salt Lake City, this winding stretch of U.S. 89 runs from the city of Logan to the brilliant blue waters of Bear Lake. It passes through vibrant fields of wildflowers, between vertical limestone cliffs and along picturesque streams brimming with native trout. The best way to truly experience its sites is to leave the road behind and immerse yourself in Logan Canyon's vibrant spirit. |
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41.85447° N 111.58709° W |
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Logan Ranger District and Visitor Center |
Ranger districts typically manage recreation facilities and activities, handle special permits, and sponsor interpretive education programs. Stop by the Logan Ranger District and Visitor Center to load up on maps, get acquainted with recreation opportunities, check on current conditions, and learn more about how to keep the Forest healthy. The Logan Ranger District has two Wilderness Areas, totaling more than 67,000 acres, within its boundary: Mount Naomi and Wellsville Mountains, and the Logan Canyon Scenic Byway (Highway 89.) |
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Location: |
1500 East Highway 89 (400 North) Logan, Utah |
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41.74366° N 111.79675° W |
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8 am to 4:30 pm, Monday thru Friday |
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Year 'round. |
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Logan Regional Family History Center |
| Find out about your family history at this fascinating center, which has computers that tie into the famous genealogy library located in Salt Lake City. Just type in your name, and find a long-lost relative! The Logan Regional Family History center is owned and operated by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (LDS) and is open to all people. |
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Location: |
50 North Main, Logan, Utah; in the basement LDS Tabernacle (parking and entrance at the back of the tabernacle, on 100 East.) |
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41.73237° N 111.83362° W |
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Mon. - Fri. 9:30 am - 5 pm; Tues. thru Thurs. 9:30 am - 9 pm; Sat. 9:30 am - 2 pm |
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Year round, except holidays |
Information: |
435.755.5594 or on the web, listed above |
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Martin Harris Pagaent |
The town of Clarkston is home to an annual pageant chronicling the life of LDS Church leader Martin Harris, who helped finance the first printing of the Book of Mormon. Harris is buried in Clarkston, where he made his home during the last part of his life. According to the pageant website, "Now over 20 years old, the Martin Harris Pageant has grown from a little-known community play to an epic pageant attended annually by thousands of people." See www.martinharrispageant.org for more information on dates, times and ticket sales. The pageant usually takes place some time in early August every other year. See Events page for current details. |
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Location: |
Clarkston Cemetery amphitheater, at the north end of 200 East in Clarkston. Take State Hwy 30 west from Logan, turn north on State Hwy 23 to Newtown and turn west at the Hwy 142 junction. |
Lat/Long: |
41.93166° N 112.04465° W |
Information: |
435.563.9090; Martin Harris Pageant, P.O. Box 151, Clarkston, UT 84305 |
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Mendon Utah.Net |
Excellent website with information about the history of Mendon, Utah, produced by local historian Rodney Sorenson. The website includes stories of historical events, oral histories of Mendon residents past and present, annual events, historic buildings and complete cemetery listings. http://www.mendonutah.net |
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Muddy Road Outfitters and Canoe Rentals |
Jim and Barbara Waterson are knowledgeable about the waterways of the Bear River and its tributaries in Cache Valley. They have been helping people with their canoe trips for eight years. There are fourteen canoes available for rent. There are also maps and "water blaster" squirt guns available to use on your canoeing adventure. Visit with the Watersons at their old barn and grassy picnic area and learn about local history and the Bear River waterways.
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4705 W. 3800 N. Benson, Utah - call for directions |
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41.80083° N 111.94863° W |
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Call for reservations |
Information: |
Home and message phone: 435.753.3693 Cell phone: 435.213.0504 |
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Museum of Anthropology, Utah State University |
This teaching museum houses exhibits on the early inhabitants of the Great Basin and other regions of the world. Admission is free. Docent guidance or self-guided exploration.
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Location: |
Utah State University campus 400 North 700 East, Logan, Utah. Old Main Building (on the brow of the hill at the western edge of the campus), south end of the second floor in Room 252. |
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Mon. thru Fri. 10 am - 2 pm, with some special programming on Saturdays in summer. |
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Year round within listed hours or by appointment. |
Information: |
435.797.7545 |
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Nora Eccles Harrison Museum of Art |
| The museum has one of the largest permanent collections in the Intermountain Region, featuring western and international artists, a fine ceramics collection, and Native American Artwork. Regularly changing exhibits bring a variety of fine arts and crafts to patrons. |
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Utah State University, Logan, Utah. In the Chase Fine Arts Center complex, at the southwest corner of 700 North 1200 East. |
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Tues. - Fri. 10 am - 5 pm; Sat. 12 pm - 4 pm |
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Paradise Daughters of Utah Pioneers Museum |
Artifacts from the early history of Paradise and southern Cache Valley are preserved in this museum which is housed in the old Mormon tithing office.
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Location: |
8970 South 200 West, Paradise, Utah |
Hours: |
By appointment |
Information: |
435.245.3842 |
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Providence City Walking Tour |
"A Stroll Through History" walking tour designed by the Providence Historic Preservation Commission, funded in part by the Utah State History and Utah Coultural Heritage Council. A Stroll Through History A published copy of the walking tour may be obtained from the Providence City office or the Cache Valley Visitors' Bureau in Logan. |
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Location: |
Providence City, 15 S. Main, Providence |
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Open Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (Closed Fridays and Holidays) |
Information: |
435-752-9442 |
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Richmond Daughters of Utah Pioneers Museum |
Early Mormon, Native American, and other local history artifacts are preserved in this museum.
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Location: |
29 South State Street, Richmond, Utah |
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Thursdays, 10 am to 3 pm or by appointment |
Information: |
435.258.5277 |
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Riverside Nature Trail |
| Riverside Nature Trail is one of the best birding spots in Logan Canyon. Look for Fox Sparrow, Orange-crowned Warbler, Hermit and Swainson's Thrush, Gray Catbird, Lazuli Bunting, Lincoln's Sparrow, Warbling Vireo, and Cordileran Flycatcher. Near Spring Hollow Campground is a small reservoir good for viewing Barrow's and Common Goldeneye during winter. Campground hosts at Spring Hollow often keep hummingbird feeders; look for Broad-tailed, Black-chinned, Calliope, and Rufous (August). Take a walk from Spring Hollow to Guinavah-Malibu Campground (a flat 1.5 miles), or from either campground head up the steep Crimson Trail, which leads into juniper woodlands and mountain shrub habitats. On the Crimson Trail look for Golden-crowned Kinglet, Rock Wren, and Canyon Wren. White-throated Swifts can be seen flying around near-by cliffs. A loop walk from Spring Hollow, along Crimson Trail to Guinavah-Malibu, then back along the Riverside Nature Trail will be 4 miles with some steep terrain. Visit this site any season except winter. Riverside Nature Trail 052
Length: 1.3 miles
Trailhead: There are two entry/exit points:
1) Spring Hollow Campgrouond has a small parking area at the entrance
2) Guinavah Campgrouond, near the amphitheater
Features: The Spring Hollow section of this trail is wide with interpretive signs and benches. The section before Guinavah narrows and includes a steeper climb.
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Location: |
Logan Canyon, Cache National forest (5 miles east of Logan, Utah) |
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41.75291° N 111.71694° W |
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Smithfield Livestock Auction |
Every Thursday at 10 am, farmers, ranchers, and buyers converge on the livestock auction in Smithfield, where cattle, sheep, and other livestock are sold. News is exchanged as well as animals. If you want to get a real feel for the agricultural way of life, try visiting the auction, and stop into the café there for a burger and a soft drink.
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Location: |
711 South 100 West, Smithfield, Utah |
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10 am until everything is sold |
Information: |
435.563.3259 |
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Tony Grove Lake-Wasatch-Cache National Forest |
Known as the crown jewel of the Bear River Range, this glacial lake greets visitors with an explosion of summer wildflowers and lush green plants. Tony Grove was formed by powerful and slow-moving glaciers, as evidenced by the huge boulders deposited around the lake. Moose are often spotted taking advantage of the water’s cool summer temperatures. There is a $3 parking fee for day use at the lake. Stay overnight in one of 34 campsites at the campground. Picnic areas and a fully accessible boardwalk are located near the water.
The turn-off to the lake is 19.6 miles up Logan Canyon off U.S. Hwy. 89. A 7-mile road climbs to 8,050 feet. |
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Location: |
Look for the Tony Grove sign, 20 miles east of Logan in Logan Canyon. |
Lat/Long: |
41.89502° N 111.64222° W |
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Twain Tippetts Gallery |
This changing gallery features the work of student artists.
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Location: |
Lobby of the Chase Fine Arts Center between the Kent Concert Hall and the Morgan Theatre, Utah State University Campus; at the southwest corner of 700 North and 1200 East. |
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Call for information on current exhibits |
Information: |
435.797.3040 |
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Utah State University Outdoor Recreation |
| Open to students as well as non-students. The outdoor rec center features equipment rental, trip information, library and some guided day trips. Some of the equipment that is available to rent includes canoes, kayaks, white water rafts, mountain bikes, back packs, tents, sleeping bags and other camping gear. For winter sports there are cross country and telemark skis (but no downhill skis), snowboards, snow shoes and some sleds. A ski trailor for pulling children is available, as well as some ski equipment sized for children. Check out the website or call for further information on equipment rental, scheduled day trips, a trip board, fall equipment swap and winter yurt rental information. |
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Location: |
Utah State University Campus, Logan, Utah; 1050 N. 950 E. (in the southwest corner of the parking lot just above and east of the football stadium.) |
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41.74452° N 111.80943° W |
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Mon. thru Fri. 9 am - 6 pm. Closed weekends and USU holidays. |
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Year round |
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Wellsville Daughters of Utah Pioneers Museum |
| See a collection of pioneer artifacts and take a tour of the Mormon tabernacle in the first town to be established in Cache Valley (the south end of the valley, just off Hwy 89/91). |
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Location: |
Wellsville Tabernacle, Main and Center Streets, Wellsville, Utah |
Hours: |
By appointment |
Information: |
435.245.3643 |
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