Logan

Logan is a fair-sized town and is growing rapidly, located in the Wasatch Range region of northern Utah. The town is home to Utah State University, a state school with approximately 23,000 students. Logan offers a wealth of outdoor activities, including some excellent hiking, mountain biking, sport climbing, kayaking, fly-fishing, and skiing. Luckily, Logan remains relatively undiscovered, so many of these activities can be experienced in far less crowded conditions than those found in other, similar areas of the US.

Cache Valley has somewhat more extreme weather compared to the urban centers of the Wasatch Range. Winters are cold, with daytime temperatures rarely getting above freezing and overnight lows frequently dropping below 0°F (-18°C). Snow is less frequent than in Salt Lake City but the individual storms are usually larger. Cache Valley also has one of the worst inversions in the state. Spring and fall feature frequent temperature changes with possibilities of snow as early as October and as late as May. Summer is cooler than in Salt Lake City but still hot, with daytime temperatures generally ranging from 75°F (24°C) to 95°F (35°C).

By Plane

A regional airport serves Logan although no commercial commuter flights are currently available. The nearest commercial airport is Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), about 80 miles south.

By Car / Road

Drive north on I-15 from Salt Lake City. Take exit 362 (Brigham City), and follow US 89/91 through the mountains into Cache Valley. The drive should take about 75-90 minutes. US 89 and 91 split in downtown Logan. Salt Lake Express and Greyhound provide intercity bus service.

Main Street is heavily used and often congested but parallel streets often provide faster access within Logan. The Connect Transit bus system serves Logan and surrounding communities with a simple route system that radiates out from the transit center every half hour. Fares are free. All buses are equipped to carry two or three bicycles. Good bicycle infrastructure is sparse, though minor residential roads are very wide.

• Willow Park — Located in Southwest Logan. A huge park with three different playgrounds, a zoo with a wide variety of species, and proximity to the Aquatic Center and Logan's only skate park.

• Logan Canyon — Located along US 89 northeast of Logan. A long, scenic canyon offering numerous hiking and camping opportunities. Tony Grove is among the most popular camping areas. The canyon offers spectacular fall colors.

• Logan Tabernacle — Found on Center and Main of downtown Logan, worth a glance. A monument heralding Mormon pioneers lies in the northwest corner.

• Logan Temple — 175 N 300 E. The second temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints finished in Utah, dominating the Cache Valley skyline. Well tended gardens and unique architecture.

• Hiking — Many trails available including the Wind Caves trail (2.6 mile round trip, 900' elevation gain) and Naomi Peak trail (5.8 mile round trip, 1980' elevation gain).

• Rock Climbing — Logan Canyon has many walls available with either lead climbing, top roping or both. Notable walls include Date Wall, Practice Walls, and China Cave.

• Skiing — Beaver Mountain and Cherry Peak are local downhill ski resorts. Many cross-country ski trails are regularly groomed.

• Snowmobiling — Logan Canyon has four main parking/trailhead areas for snowmobiles. Peter Sinks is one of the top ranked snowmobile areas in the country.

• Mountain biking — Numerous trails in the surrounding mountains provide world-class mountain biking.

• Angies — 690 North Main. "Where the locals eat" — ask about the "kitchen sink" for dessert.
• Cafe Sabor — 600 W Center St. Very good Mexican/Tex-Mex restaurant in a former railway station.
• Le Nonne — 132 N. Main St. Great Italian cuisine with a good selection of wines in a beautiful old house.

Logan has several coffee shops and bars. The downtown area along Main Street has a growing nightlife scene, particularly with the university crowd.

• Budget: Various motels along Main Street and near I-15.
• Mid-range: Best Western Plus Weston Inn. Comfortable rooms with standard amenities.
• Upscale / heritage: The Riverwood Conference Center. Upscale lodging with conference facilities.

Logan has a variety of shops and stores along Main Street. The downtown area features boutiques, galleries, and specialty shops. Outdoor gear can be purchased at several sporting goods stores.

• Bear Lake — About 40 miles northeast via Logan Canyon. A popular tourist destination with beaches and water sports.
• Salt Lake City — About 80 miles south. The state capital with cultural attractions and outdoor recreation.
• Ogden — About 45 miles south. Historic railroad town with museums and ski resorts.
• Boulder Mountain — South. Alpine forests and trout fishing lakes.
• Fish Lake National Forest — South. Scenic forests and lakes.
• Manti-La Sal National Forest — Surrounding area. Camping, hiking, and fishing.