Outdoor Recreation
Bear Lake State Park
- 40 miles northeast of Logan
- Toll Free: 1-800-448-2327
- E-mail: judy@dcdi.net
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The crown jewel is Bear Lake, a large scenic lake that is a remnant of Lake Bonneville that covered much of the west in pre-historic times. Bear Lake is often called the Caribbean of the Rockies for its intense turquoise blue water. As visitors catch their first glimpse of the lake, they marvel at its color and wonder what makes the lake so blue. Sitting on one of its many white, sandy beaches, you can imagine yourself on your own little island.
Beaver Mountain Ski Resort
- 27 miles east of Logan, 15 miles west of Garden City on US
- Hwy 89, Logan Canyon
- Tel: (435) 753-0921
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If you have heard boasts about the best maintained slopes around, come and see for yourself. It's true! In addition, northeast exposure is ideal for morning sun. Avalanche-free conditions and very little wind make Beaver Mountain an all-around ski resort that is big on minimizing hazardous conditions for you and your family and guests.
Hyrum Dam State Park
- 405 West 300 South
- Hyrum UT 84319-1547
- Tel: (435) 245-6866
- E-mail: parkcomment@utah.gov
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Tucked away in Cache County, Hyrum State Park offers many recreation opportunities including fishing, boating, and camping. Surrounded by tall, shady trees, Hyrum provides an excellent place for an afternoon picnic, or spend the whole weekend trolling on the 450 acre lake catching yellow perch, rainbow trout, bluegill, and largemouth bass.
Minnetonka Cave
- 10 miles west of St. Charles.
- Tel: (208) 945-2407
This cave is unusual becuase it is situated 7,700 feet above sea level and contains fossils of tropical plants and marine life. The limestone formation remains at a constant 40 degrees fahrenheit. Tours are offered mid-June through Labor Day 10am to 5:30pm.
Tony Grove Lake
- The turn-off to the lake is 26.6 miles up Logan Canyon off Hwy 89.
- Tel: (435) 755-3620
Created by slow moving glaciers, Tony Gove lake provides visitors a senic view of wildflowers, green vegitation and pine trees. Take a walk around the lake and read many signs about the history, plants and animals of the area. You may even spot a moose feeding. Day parking available.