The Best Eats, Stays and Adventures in Logan, Utah
Logan, Utah is an ideal home base for exploring the nearby mountains of the Cache Valley, but this underrated area full of adventure opportunities offers so much more than that. Known as Utah’s Heart of the Arts, visitors can enjoy live performances, deliciously-crafted food, or step into history at a museum all in one place. Whether you stay in Logan’s downtown or venture out into nature, this Northern Utah city offers the perfect balance of culture, nature and creature comforts.
Outdoor Adventures in Logan
If food is your love language, the free, self-guided Cache Valley Foodie Trek and Signature Products Tour takes you through 17 culinary stops around the valley, including the food production facilities that make Caffe Ibis coffee, Swiss Cheese and Pepperidge Farm cookies and Goldfish crackers. You’ll have the chance to try a range of handmade, local products, like pastries, honey and goat’s milk products plus a plethora of cheese and ice cream.
When you’ve had your fill of Logan’s food and culture scene, it’s time to step out into nature. Get your bearings along the Logan Canyon National Scenic Byway, which offers something in every season: picnicking, mountain biking, canoeing, fishing and rock climbing are top summer activities. Into bird watching? Lucky you! More than 300 species of birds pass through the Cache Valley on their migration route, offering ample opportunities to spot new and rare breeds. Those with hiking on their to-do list in Logan can drive up the byway a few minutes from town to the Wind Caves. This well-loved hiking path features a natural cave, limestone geologic features and a triple arch that makes a great photo op for a Leave No Trace souvenir that captures your long-lasting memories.
History buffs of all ages will relish in exploring the American West Heritage Center, a 65-hectare outdoor living history museum in Logan where you can experience the Old West firsthand. Try activities like hatchet throwing, milking a cow, visiting the blacksmith, watching bison and listening to tales of days gone past.
Where to Stay in Logan
While there are many places to stay in Logan, we’re interested in comfortable, accessible accommodation options with fitness centres, pools and hot tubs in locations that make it easy to explore everything the area has to offer.
For a convenient stay right in town, book the Hampton Inn and Suites. This hotel includes breakfast and is in walking distance to Logan’s bustling historic district, where you can shop antique stores, stroll the streets, play in the splash pad and see a live performance in one of the city’s three historic theaters.
Another lodging option is the SpringHill Suites by Marriott, located along the Logan River with options for mountain view rooms. This hotel includes breakfast, which can help you gear up for a day of adventuring, plus a fitness center, pool and hot tub for unwinding after a busy day.
Where to Eat in Logan
Logan has no shortage of good places to eat. But if you’re In the mood for hearty, traditional American cuisine at an affordable price—which you might be, after exploring all that Logan has to offer—look no farther than Angie’s Restaurant. This classic, old-school diner has a great reputation in Logan and is beloved by locals and tourists alike. Whether you want a classic hamburger with fries or a massive ice cream sundae served in a sink (finish this monster to get a free sticker!), Angie’s Restaurant makes everything fresh in-house.
Want to learn more about exploring this underrated mountain city in northern Utah? Visit Logan’s official website.
This article was sponsored by Explore Logan
About 80 miles north of Salt Lake City, the Cache Valley features a welcoming mountain atmosphere year-round. The city of Logan is known for its historic downtown and thriving theater scene (Read: A Local’s Guide to Logan). Hikers can explore the scenic trails in the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, and some of the state’s best fly fishing is on the Logan River. In the winter, the trails are transformed into a mecca for snowmobiling, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.
