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On the shores of a sparkling reservoir in the heart of a green mountain valley, Eden is an outdoor adventure paradise. Three ski areas within minutes and endless recreational opportunities in every direction tempt the visitor to try anything from mild to wild. Whether adrenaline levels require heart-thumping action or a more sedate pace, the Eden area has something to satisfy every visitor. RV Adventures
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CALENDAR JANUARY–MARCH Powder Mountain’s 3-on-3 Intramural Team Challenge: This unique event features combination teams of skiers and/or snowboarders competing on three random features in the Sundown Terrain Park. Call 801-745-3772 for more information. Wasatch Freeride Series: Powder Mountain hosts the state’s only nighttime freeskiing event. Call 801-745-3772 for more information. APRIL The Annual Spring Session: A Powder Mountain tradition. The event includes a party, pipe jam, rail jam, barbeque, and DJ battle rolled into one. Entry to all festivities is free with a valid lift pass. Snowbasin’s Annual Meltdown Race: An action packed event includes downhill skiing, cross-country trekking, spinning on a bike and paddling a kayak. For more information call 801-620-1000 or check it out on the web at www.snowbasin.com. MAY The Ogden Marathon: A road race through the beautiful Ogden Valley (see photo at left). For details call 801-816-2508. JULY 4th of July! Hometown celebrations with a flag raising, parade and plenty of fireworks. JULY-SEPTEMBER Gondola rides and music on the Plaza at Snowbasin: Special full moon rides with dinner at the Needles Lodge throughout the summer. For more information call 801-620-1000. AUGUST Ogden Valley Balloon Festival: Colorful hot air balloons fill the air and offer a unique way to see Ogden Valley. www.ogdenvalleyballoonfestival.com Nisson Xterra Ogden Valley Off-Road Triathlon Mountain Championship: This National Championship Series race includes swimming in Pineview Reservoir, mountain biking along Wheeler Creek and running on Snowbasin trails. www.xterraplanet.com SEPTEMBER Ogden Valley Triathlon: The Ogden Valley Triathlon includes the race, the delicious Taste of Ogden Valley and a free concert in Huntsville Park following the race. For more information visit www.triutah.com or call 801-791-8801. OCTOBER Annual Uphill/Downhill Race at Snowbasin: Music and festivities following the race on the Plaza at Snowbasin. For more info call 801-620-1000. Wolf Mountain’s Howl Fest: This autumn event features a howling contest, live music, pumpkin carving, great food, deals on season passes and job fair. MID-NOVEMBER Snowbasin, Powder Mountain and Wolf Mountain open for the winter season. |
GOLF
The Wolf Creek Golf Course, which hosted the 2005 Utah State Amateur Championship, provides a challenging 18-hole mountain golf experience. The course overlooks Eden and the beautiful Ogden Valley, with Pineview Reservoir and Snowbasin’s snow-capped mountains as a breath-taking background.
Golf Course Amenities: 18-Hole Championship Golf Course Driving Range Putting Green Golf Cars and Pull Carts Golf Shoppe Snack Bar On-Site Golf Pro Schedule your T-time: 801-745-3365 |
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Snowbasin, Powder Mountain and Wolf Mountain receive epic annual amounts of legendary Utah powder. The resorts offer everything from family skiing to black-diamond adventures to perfect corduroy and beginner cruisers. Skiing is only five to twenty-five minutes away from Destination Eden and door-to-slope shuttle service is available.
All snowsport enthusiasts enjoy the acres of moderate terrain surrounding Destination Eden. North Fork Park and Snowbasin offer ideal terrain for cross country skiers and snowshoers.
Snowbasin, A Sun Valley Resort
801-620-1000
Powder Mountain Winter Resort
801-745-3772
Wolf Mountain
801-745-3511
Diamond Peak Ski & Sport - Equipment Rentals
801-745-0101
Diamond Peaks Heliskiing - 801-745-4631
SNOWMOBILING
Experience the "Greatest Snow on Earth" with experienced and professional guides. All trips are guided for your safety and enjoyment. Leisurely glide or aggressively play throughout the Monte Cristo Range of Northern Utah. More than 200 miles of groomed trails are yours to explore, through snow laden meadows and pine covered mountain tops. See wildlife in its natural habitat, including moose, deer, and coyote, and enjoy nature's beauty in all of its winter glory. Horse-drawn sleigh rides and Dutch oven dinners are available.
Club Rec - Snowmobile Tours and Rentals - 801-614-0500
Red Rock Ranch and Outfitters - Guides and Rentals - 801-745-6393
WATER SPORTS
Ogden Valley offers a myriad of activities for those who can't live without the water. Pineview Reservoir offers boating, sailing, kayaking, windsurfing, swimming, fishing, canoeing and more. Available fish species include crappie, bluegill, sunfish, catfish and the elusive tiger muskie. The world class Weber and Ogden Rivers offer whitewater excitement for thrill seekers. Local guides/outfitters are available. You can rent a variety
of boats for wakeboarding, waterskiing, fishing or just cruising, a SeaDoo PWC, kayaks, pedal boats, canoes
and all the water sport accessories you will need.
Pineview Reservoir - U.S. Forest Service - 801- 625-5112
Club Rec - Water Craft and Boat Rental - 801-614-0500
ATV AND OFF-ROAD VEHICLE RENTALS
Ogden Valley and the surrounding areas offer numerous off-road trails for the novice to advanced rider of ATVs and motorcycles. Take a guided tour to see the area and the native wildlife. You will not be disappointed with the beautiful views that this area has to offer.
Club Rec - ATV Rental - 801-614-0500
HIKING AND BIKING
The paths around Pineview Reservoir and the trail system at Snowbasin offer hikers and bikers everything from easy to very challenging terrain. The one common theme is spectacular scenery. Snowbasin offers easy summertime gondola rides for summit-seekers, while more off-the-beaten-track options tempt the adventurous. Road cyclists enjoy Eden’s long stretches of quiet, rolling roads through the valley floor and foothills. The friendly folks at Diamond Peak can help you find the trail that is right for you.
Diamond Peak Ski & Sport -Bicycle Rentals - 801-745-0101
Wasatch-Cache National Forest
OLD WEST RANCH EXPERIENCE
Experience the "The Old West at its Best" with Red Rock Ranch and Outfitters, a real working ranch. Fun activities for the whole family include Dutch oven dinners, cafe, roping clinics, horse-drawn sleigh rides, hay rides and mountain man rendezvous.
Red Rock Ranch and Outfitters - 801-745-6393
HORSEBACK RIDING
For those interested in the equestrian sport, try guided horseback riding. Riding lessons and horsemanship clinics available.
Red Rock Ranch and Outfitters - 801-745-6393
The Horse Connection - 801-745-3018
HOT AIR BALLOON RIDES
Utah Balloons, operated by WindRider Hot Air, Inc., features the best views of the Ogden Valley, the Great Salt Lake and the Wasatch Front. Operating year around. And don't miss the annual Ogden Valley Balloon Festival each August.
Utah Balloons (801)-771-3125
Hunting and fishing guides will make your Utah wilderness experience most productive and enjoyable. Year-round fly fishing for rainbow and brown trout is available in neighboring Ogden River. Local guide services are ready to outfit beginning to advanced fly fishers.
Circle B Outfitters - 801-301-0229
Red Rock Ranch and Outfitters - 801-745-6393
LOCAL SERVICES
Cozy's Hair and Skin Care Salon - 801-745-9282
Harper Rocky Mountain Chiropractic - 801-745-0977
Iverson Family Dentistry - 801-745-3882
Old Fire House Child Care - 801-745-5600
PerformanceWest Physical Therapy - 801-745-3200
Valley Hair - 801-745-1979
Valley Pharmacy - 801-745-1800
Wells Fargo Bank - 801-626-9526
Zions Bank - 801-745-0835
