Logan Canyon

Logan Canyon is a mountain valley cut through the Bear River Mountains with steep limestone walls on both sides and the Logan River running through it alongside U.S. Route 89. The canyon floor holds camping areas and trailheads, while the walls contain visible fossil layers that tell a story of ancient times.

The canyon was shaped over millions of years as the Logan River cut through rising mountain rock, creating the deep valley visible today. Modern development began in the 1930s when Beaver Mountain Ski Resort started, which helped shape how people used this area.

The place holds meaning for locals as a space where outdoor traditions continue and families spend time together in nature. Visitors notice how people use the trails and river areas as part of their regular life and seasonal routines.

The canyon can be visited year-round, with trails for hiking at different difficulty levels and accessible camping areas along the main road. Summer months offer the best hiking conditions, while winter provides different recreational options through the prepared snow routes.

The limestone walls contain fossils from an ancient sea that once covered this region millions of years ago. Visitors walking the trails can observe these preserved remains directly in the rock faces, turning the canyon into a natural history lesson.

Location: Cache County

Elevation above the sea: 1,426 m

GPS coordinates: 41.78090,-111.64300

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:43