Cache Valley Utah
Cache Valley Utah includes the major city of Logan as well as towns like Smithfield, Hyrum, Wellsville, Mendon, and others. Cache Valley was originally named Willow Valley or Seuhubeogoi by the Shoshoni because of the abundant willows growing along its many rivers and streams. Later, the name was changed to Cache Valley for the practice of early fur trappers to cache, or hide, their furs in the area.
The valley is about 50 miles long, 20 miles wide, surrounded by rugged mountains, and straddles the Utah-Idaho border. It is a green oasis in the arid west, and even greener because of the irrigation system that was established by early settlers.
It was originally only known to Native Americans (primarily Shoshone and Ute), then trappers. Soon after the Mormons settled in the Salt Lake Valley in 1847, they began colonizing nearby areas.
In 1855, cattlemen tending Brigham Young’s and other’s herds attempted a large settlement they called Elkhorn Ranch, in the present Nibley area. Unprepared for a severe winter, most of their cattle died and the ranch was all but abandoned for a few more years. A year later in 1856, Cache Valley’s first permanent settlement was established in Wellsville.
Explore Cache Valley Utah
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! You can also reserve a time to digitize materials such as VHS and cassette tapes….
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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, so please stay on the road to view wildlife. It's located in the center of…
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This theatre was built in 1913 by the Thatchers, a locally prominent family who loved plays and operas. A wing was added in 2001, and the building was beautifully refurbished. A ghost that is partial to Shakespeare is said to haunt the theatre. Actors who have worked here claim that…
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Temple is an easily visible icon of the Cache Valley landscape. The edifice was designed by Mormon architect Truman O. Angell, and built from 1877-1884 by the donated labor of early pioneers. The modified Gothic building rests on a terrace of the ancient Lake Bonneville, and…
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This teaching museum houses exhibits on the early inhabitants of the Great Basin and other regions of the world. Admission is free, and docent guidance or self-guided exploration is available.
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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….
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In the town that celebrates Black and White Days to highlight dairy farming resides the Casper’s Ice Cream company. The production plant location also includes a malt shop with delicious dairy treats and discounted products. This includes Casper’s famous Fat Boy ice cream sandwiches and Casco ice cream sundaes on…
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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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Located in the historic Cache County Courthouse, the Visitors Bureau and Gift Shop is the perfect place to discover local events, products, and sights. They host a range of products from sweatshirts to books to games as well as brochures for every historical site and spot of interest in and…
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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…
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Stylish Fabrics opened in the 1960s, supplying patterns and fabric for clothing. Today, the shop specializes in fabric and batting for quilt making, a well-developed local craft. Their inventory is so complete and high quality that they have many out-of-state customers who send for materials here. Stylish Fabrics also sells…
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Come pick your own fruit according to your discerning taste. Indulge your senses with decadent blackberries, raspberries, grapes, peaches and apples. Mt. Naomi Farms in Hyde Park is established on land that belonged to the Meikle family as far back as 65 years ago. Historically a dairy, the farm is…
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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…
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Cache Visitors Bureau
199 North Main, Logan, Utah 84321
1-800-882-4433
Cache Chamber of Commerce
160 North Main, Logan, Utah 84321
435-752-2161
Bear River Heritage Area
170 North Main, Logan, Utah 84321
208-243-2227