Beautiful state park with a nice trail along the reservoir. You can see fish at the surface of the…read morewater. Not a lot of trees or shade but a great place to explore for a couple of hours! The Ogden mountains are visible and beautiful from the Bay.

They do the coolest Christmas light display every year. It's $15 to $20 per car (8 people max) with…read morethe option to buy glasses (BUY THE GLASSES). We purchased glasses and bring them every year. It makes all of the lights look like little snowflakes and the kids love them. We feel like this event is 100% worth it every year. We blast Christmas music in the car while we drive through an almost never ending display of lights. It's a great time for everyone (including our difficult to please teenagers). This is a tradition for us and we love it!

Causey Reservoir is one of my favorite places to go paddle boarding in Utah! I love this reservoir…read moreso much, it's so beautiful. No motorized boats are allowed on this reservoir, so it's the perfect place to kayak, canoe, paddle board, or just bring a floaty and float around. There's also a bunch of cliff jumping. There's no beach, so the main activity here is being in the water. The water is a beautiful color, the scenery is gorgeous. I just love this place so much! I would definitely recommend getting here early, especially on the weekend, as the parking lot fills up quickly, and the reservoir gets crowded. We got here around 9am and it was the perfect time. By the time we left around 1pm, the parking lot was completely full and there were a ton of people out on the reservoir. Even with the volume of people on the water, it never feels too crowded. There's no overnight camping here, and it's completely free to access this reservoir, which is one of the reasons its so popular. A beautiful place to spend the day!

Kayaking at Causey Reservoir near Huntsville, Utah, was an absolute blast! The crystal-clear waters…read moreare perfect for a peaceful paddle or a day full of adventure. https://youtube.com/shorts/J-ih7Wbg-pY We loved exploring the hidden coves and taking in the stunning mountain scenery. The reservoir offers a little bit of everything--cliff diving, rope swings, and even some fantastic fishing spots. It's an outdoor lover's paradise, and the serenity of the area is unbeatable. Whether you're looking for excitement or just want to relax on the water, Causey Reservoir is the place to be. Can't wait to return!

absolutely stunning place. they have bathrooms and you're able to kayak and fish there. they also…read morehave trails there too.

While the beauty of Logan Canyon itself is hard to top, Tony Grove Lake is absolutely stunning…read more You will find the lake, nature trail, and campground at the end of a long side road off hwy 89 in Logan Canyon. When I visited, it was late afternoon on a Saturday in July. The parking lot was completely full, but we got lucky and were able to grab a spot just as someone left. It was clear that many people had enjoyed activities in the lake earlier in the day (swimming, kayaking, and fishing), due to the state of the restrooms and all of the large amount of sleepy-looking children sitting around. Since we weren't planning to go in the water, I think we arrived at the perfect time of day to enjoy the scenery. The nature trail around the lake was beautiful, especially with all the wildflowers blooming! I'd recommend doing the full trail, which is just 1.2 miles around with approximately 60' elevation gain (more of a walk/stroll than a hike). Seeing all of the different types of wildflowers up close was incredible! If you would prefer to sit and enjoy the views instead of walking around the lake, I'd recommend brining your own chairs, as there were only a few tables and benches scattered around. After enjoying the trail, we drove through the campground and found it to be very pretty. There were lots of large pine trees, allowing for a fair amount of privacy for nearly all of the sites. Tony Grove would be a great stop on the way through Logan Canyon, but is also a destination in itself. Try to visit mid-summer to avoid the snow and catch the wildflowers in full bloom!

My mom and I came here today to pick up a kayak to take out to Causey Reservoir. These guys were so…read morehelpful and so friendly! Everyone here was personable, interested, and involved. The prices for rentals are totally reasonable and they hoisted the heavy tandem kayak we rented up on top of my very tall vehicle and ratcheted it down. Rental included life vests and paddles. One of the highlights was the brief instructional on attaching the beast to my roof rack, and I am happy to say that I finally understand how to thread ratcheting tie downs. Make a volcano, then rappel down into the volcano. We had a great day on the reservoir and these guys made it easy peasy. I'll be back in a few weeks for a paddle board.

Excellent service! Will definitely return! Friendly staff and excellent rental equipment!read more

My family had a blast here for our family reunion! We rented a boat and went tubing, rented jet…read moreskis and brought our paddle boards. My husband and I also camped overnight in a tent. I'm dying to come back and try the yurts! I'm honestly afraid to share the news about how great this place is because it seems like a hidden gem for locals! The water was refreshing. I do recommend water shoes since the shore is muddy, rocky and has some thorns on the edges! Overall I highly recommend this place for a nice summer getaway. Could be a great day trip or overnight camp stay! It also gets really dark at night so you can see the stars.

The beach could get 4-5 stars, but jet skis dot the beach and swimming landscape. You need to keep…read moreyour head on a swivel to avoid injury. The water used to be clear, but it is murky with engine oil and gas. It would be fun to swim , kayak, paddle board etc, however since DNR ranger's wink and nod at Jet-skis, speed boats and other motorized floating vessels which have taken over the swimming area, it's dicey at best to do those activities from the beach. There's a huge empty dock adjacent to the beach where boats and jets skis are supposed to dock, but a ranger told us, "too bad so sad, if you don't like it, don't come to the (pay to get in) beach.

I'm sure most Americans were taught at least a little bit about the transcontinental railroad and…read morePromontory Point and I remember it from my elementary school education, but how many people can say they've been to the spot where the historic railroad was completed? I've been to the California State Railroad Museum in Sacramento and seen the start of the "west" end of this railroad and while I'm just a passive railroad fan, visiting Promontory was one of those places that is worth seeing if only once. I missed the anniversary of the railroad's completion by a couple of weeks (May 10) but at least I got to see it in the same month. It took about an hour and a half to get here from Salt Lake City and my GPS had no trouble getting a signal and leading me here and back to the city. Once you get off I-15 and head towards Corinne there are a lot of signs pointing you in the right direction. You pay the entry fee at the visitor's center and it only cost $10 for a single person. The website says entry fees are paid by credit card only but the gift shop takes both card and cash. There isn't much to do in this particular area - you can look around the visitor's center at the exhibits, browse the gift shop, and watch the locomotives roll in. During the summer season the Jupiter and the No. 119 pull in at 10am and 10:30am respectively and a park ranger gives a little bit of information about the site and the railroad's historical significance. There are also volunteers in period-specific attire to guide visitors and take pictures. The trains get moved in the afternoon but most of the visitors cleared out by 11am. Getting a picture of the marker where the last rail tie was laid to complete the railroad was pretty much my reason for visiting the site. Later in the day I went a few miles east to the Big Fill Trail. This is a walking trail that leads to a section of land where the transcontinental railroad once crossed over a ravine. It was bypassed in the early 1900s and then the remaining pieces of the railroad were cannibalized for raw materials during WWII. You can walk across Big Fill and it's hard to believe that a railroad use to be here, without the signs it just looks like a small hill. Walking across a piece of history was interesting. The views of the valley were nice and along the southern part of the trail loop is a small rock shelter (looks like a little cave) to stop and rest for a few minutes. The trail was about a mile and a half and took me a little less than an hour to hike but I didn't stop to linger for too long at any specific point, otherwise I might have been here for an hour and a half or longer. I was the only visitor at the time so it was nice to have the place to myself for a little while. Would I visit the park again? Not as my primary destination, but I would try to stop by if I happened to be in the area again. I didn't go on the west side audio tour because it wasn't open yet and I skipped the east side audio tour because I was running out of time and needed to get back to SLC. Both tours are accessible by vehicle and you can download a guide to hear about points of interest as you drive through the park.

Golden Spike National Historical Park is a captivating place to visit, especially if you're…read moreinterested in the history of the transcontinental railroad. Although the original Jupiter and No. 119 locomotives were scrapped long ago, the replicas built in the 1970s are impressive. The replica locomotives are brightly painted, beautifully detailed, and a highlight of the park. The museum's exhibits do a great job explaining the engineering challenges, cultural impact, and enormous effort involved in connecting the United States by railroad. When you stand outside in this remote, rugged landscape, it underscores how difficult building this railroad must have been. Overall, Golden Spike National Historical Park is an educational and memorable stop for history enthusiasts, families, or anyone exploring northern Utah.

Great place to have a company party…read more We rented the community center. Great kitchen, big, nice room.

We paid $20 to park and when there were no spots available they refused to give us a refund and…read moresaid the $20 parking pass would work as a $3 walk in pass. So they got us to spend $20 instead of $6. They'll happily take your money and refuse to refund you for any reason, even if it's their mistake.

f you're looking for a truly unique and peaceful hot springs experience, Maple Grove Hot Springs is…read moresomething special. We visited expecting a simple soak, but it turned into one of the most relaxing and memorable stops on our trip. The setting alone is incredible--nestled along the Bear River with canyon views that make you feel completely removed from everything. The mineral pools are natural and range in temperature, so you can move around and find your perfect spot. The water is rich in minerals and feels amazing, especially after a long day of exploring. What really stood out was how intentional the whole experience is. They limit the number of guests and require reservations, so it never feels crowded or chaotic--just calm, quiet, and honestly kind of magical. We also loved that you can turn it into more than just a quick visit. Between the camping, yurts, and cabins, it's easy to stay overnight and fully unplug in nature. Overall, Maple Grove feels like a hidden wellness retreat rather than just a hot spring. If you're looking to relax, recharge, and soak in some of Idaho's best scenery, this place absolutely delivers. Check out our video on our socials @reessroots

Maple Grove Hot Springs was honestly one of the most relaxing days I've had in a long time. The…read moresetting is unreal -- tucked right along the river with mountains around you. It feels secluded in the best way possible. The pools were clean, water temp was perfect, and the entire space just had a calm, grounded energy. You can tell they care about keeping it natural and not turning it into some crowded resort vibe. Staff was super friendly and made the check-in easy. The facilities were well maintained (clean restrooms, places to change, etc.) and the whole environment encourages you to unplug and actually slow down. If you're looking for more of a nature + wellness experience instead of a loud tourist hot spring, this is 100% the place. Worth the drive -- would definitely come back.

I am ashamed to say that I have not left a review on this park for sometime. We have been using…read morethis park for about 5 years, and have stayed here at least 15+ times. Beginning with our very first visit and going up till now we have seen significant improvements in the property. They have consciously spent a large amount of money in improvements making this park our absolute favorite KOA in the 50+ we have visited. It is older and is small, but the improvements have made this park a real gem. They have installed cement patios on a number of the sites, improved and updated the dog parks, renovated the pool, and upgraded their electrical system. But the biggest addition is they now have a full restaurant ON SITE! You call in your order and they will bring it to you or you can pick it up! We've never see something like that! They have spaces for big rigs ( we're 82 feet with an F-150!). And they get us in every time. Our favorite park hands down!

This KOA is trashy, disgustingly dirty and their office staff is rude. We are KOA members and on…read morethis trip we have stayed in many of their RV parks starting from Mesquite, Nevada, traveling through Utah, up into Idaho, all throughout Montana and back down through Idaho, then Utah and back to Nevada. This was the most awful campground we have ever seen. We had to leave and find another RV park. It's run down, the sites are dirty and most of the the people in their park are living there. It looks like a junkyard. The sites are not level at all. We even tried to move to a different spot and the girl in the office was completely rude about it. Then she tried to give us a worse site, even though they had many available. I'm going to say that their park is unlivable. Even though we were only going to stay one night, it was impossible and I feared for our safety. We found another RV park called the Golden Spike RV park and even at the last minute, the staff was accommodating, friendly and went out of their way to help us. The park is beautiful, the bathrooms/showers are really nice and clean and there are beautiful trees and a dog area that is really nice. There was even a gas leak close to the area and the office staff called us to give us the information about how to get around it to get there. We are KOA members. But I don't know how long we will be after this fiasco. The Golden Spike was at least $15 less expensive a night. Don't waste your time at the KOA in Brigham city. It's NOT worth it! If I could give it less than one star, I would!