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1. CAUSEY RESERVOIRJust a short drive away, Causey Reservoir is an awesome place to enjoy chill flatwater and awesome views in a tucked-away setting. Life jackets are required and must be worn.Distance from downtown...

Ogden's intrigue doesn't end once you descend from the Wasatch Range. For this list, our employees contributed some of their favorite local spots to eat, drink, and hang out after enjoying the many outdoor...

BEGINNER KITIf you're a backpacking beginner or are about to embark on a short trail, these picks will do more than just get the job done. Every piece of gear listed in this beginner...

Photo credit: SnowbasinHiking: Snowbasin offers 26 miles of trails. If visiting on a Saturday, take a shortcut to the summit (and enjoy mountain-top views and trails from 8,600') by riding the Needles Gondola.Mountain biking:...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ztPe7R9DGoCausey Reservoir is a popular swimming, paddling, and fishing location about 45 minutes from the GEAR:30 store in downtown Ogden. Although crowds and parking can get busy on summer weekends, Causey usually offers peaceful...

Photo: Visit Utah1. DRIVE THE MIRROR LAKE HIGHWAYThis 42-mile scenic byway along State Route 150 is home to plenty of campgrounds and picnic areas, as well as several lakes, waterfalls, and hikes to stop...

1. Valley Market to Windsurfer Beach via the North Arm TrailheadDistance: About 3 milesA mostly flat trail that crosses over creeks and meanders along the west shore of Pineview Reservoir, this is a great...

The lightest and warmest bag, no matter the tripWestern Mountaineering manufactures a broad range of down sleeping bags perfect for any camping or backpacking trip. WM's ExtremeLite series features bags with weights less than...

Area: 119.8 square milesBest month to visit: April through May and September through October, when daytime temperatures average about 60-80 degrees.Number of campgrounds inside the park: 1Reservations required for park entry: Yes, at least through October...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QDZldM0Ep6wBetween the staff-favorite Ripstick models and the brand new Ripstick Tour, Elan skis will have you cruising the mountain in a variety of conditions and terrain. Elan Ripstick: This award-winning freeride ski does it...