Cache Valley Utah

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….

Located in Logan Canyon, Ricks Spring is a karst spring, meaning it is a natural water outflow from a cave. This spring features informational signs that describe its history as well as a warning not to drink the water. You can explore a smaller cave off to the side, or…

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…

The Tabernacle was completed in 1891 and is a striking example of an early Mormon pioneer public meetinghouse.  A beautiful pipe organ was installed in 1908 and the building is used for Church conferences, community concerts, and other presentations. Free tabernacle tours are available Mondays through Saturdays throughout the summer.

Anderson's Seed and Garden reflects local heritage not only because of the historic building in which it operates, but because of the agricultural community it has historically served. The building was constructed in the late 1880s and was originally Sydney Steven's Implement Company. In 1942, Anderson's Seed and Garden was…

In 1920 the Morgan Pea Factory, located on the west side of Main Street in Smithfield, began business. It was later bought by Del Monte Foods and has since been turned into a can-making factory. Look for the brick building with the original name built into the masonry.

Dragongoose Farm is an interesting site, featuring an historic home and granary built in 1875. Settler Niels Bergeson planted a box elder tree around 1874 that is listed as a Utah Champion Box Elder. Part of the historic home was used as the Bergeson Maternity Home from 1939-1949. When you…

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…

Many beautiful turn-of-the-century homes and buildings are located in Logan. You won’t want to miss the Bluebird Café, the Logan Tabernacle, or the Episcopal Church. A 45-minute downtown walking tour guide can be picked up at tourist information center located in the Historic County Courthouse. The Logan Center Street Historic…

Utah State University, the state’s agricultural college, has played an important role in pioneering the production of dairy products since 1888, when the first creamery was located in the Old Main building. Throughout the years, their locally famous ice cream confection has been available on campus in an assortment of flavors. The current location, established in 1975, continues to offer the traditional dairy treat, as well as Aggie made cheeses.

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…

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…

This family-owned company was founded in 1966 by Edwin Gossner, a cheesemaker from Switzerland who came to Cache Valley to start a cheese business because he felt the conditions here were ideal, similar to those in Switzerland. The company specializes in several varieties of cheese, plus shelf-stable milk-a form of…