Logan Canyon Scenic Byway

A 41-mile drive from Logan over the mountains to Bear Lake, with raspberry shakes at the end.

Distance
44 miles
Driving
2 hours
Take
1 day
Route
Logan to Garden City (Bear Lake)
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US 89 climbs Logan Canyon through limestone cliffs, aspen forest and alpine meadows, then drops to the turquoise water of Bear Lake. It is good for a day trip or a camping weekend. It suits travellers who want a quiet Utah byway.

The stops

  1. Start

    Logan

  2. Hike

    Third Dam

    Easy riverside trail close to Logan

  3. Hike

    Tony Grove Lake

    Alpine lake with camping

  4. Hike

    Ricks Spring

    Cave spring beside the road

  5. Worth a look

    Beaver Mountain

    Family ski area in winter

  6. Viewpoint

    Bear Lake Overlook

    View over the lake

  7. Food · Overnight

    Garden City

    Raspberry shakes on the main street

  8. Finish

    Garden City (Bear Lake)

Where to stay

  • Night 1

    Garden City

    Bear Lake State Park campground

When to go
May-Oct; fall colour in late Sep
On the road
The road is open year round but can be snowy in winter.

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