Utah whitewater - Blacksmith Fork, Wasatch Range, Cache County Cache county, Hardware Ranch to Hyrum City Power Plant section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-III     9 miles   If you're coming from Logan it's not a long drive at all to the put-in location, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The Hardware Ranch to Hyrum City Power Plant stretch of Blacksmith Fork is 9 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class I-III section of whitewater. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Utah is often easier than elsewhere, so if you're not from around here don't forget that many of the rivers here are not very demanding. The beautiful scenery of Utah and the sparkling of the sunlight     on the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. Getting a good workout and spending some quality time in nature are sure to keep you coming back for more. This stretch is mid length, good for a one day paddling trip. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. The beauty of the Wasatch Range is a great plus for this river. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way this is an area with not too many other places for that. The Hardware Ranch to Hyrum City Power Plant stretch is the only paddling stretch along Blacksmith Fork. Briefly about the general area: Man, is there loads of enjoyable stuff to do in the Wasatch Range.   Pig Hole Spring is a scenic place to go to while you're at Blacksmith Fork. All through the summer months at Blacksmith Fork temperatures are frequently in the 90's, and during summer nights temperatures are in the 50's. The cold days of the winter come with highs in the 30's, and after the sun is down during the wintertime temperatures at Blacksmith Fork fall into the 10's. Blacksmith Fork is near South Cottonwood Canyon which is without doubt worth checking out, and Warrens Spring is a wonderful local attraction. Around Blacksmith Fork you don’t get a lot of rain; the month of April is the wettest with most of the rain while July is usually the driest month. Blacksmith Fork, Hardware Ranch to Hyrum City Power Plant road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I-III Length: 9 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 41.59519 Longitude: -111.56501 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 41.6272 Longitude: -111.68721 Paddler input for Blacksmith Fork, Utah: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Blacksmith Fork, Wasatch Range, Utah Local climate location: RICHMOND 10 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Crystal Inn Logan, Logan 14 miles away You will be delighted at the Crystal Inn Logan. Each oversized room offers the comforts of home . . . microwave - VCR - refrigerator - iron/ironing board - hairdryer - free local calls - three telepho... Logan Super 8 Motel, Logan 15 miles away The Super 8 is conveniently located on the South edge of Logan. Property features 59 rooms, Super Start Breakfast, Wireless Hi Speed Internet, Indoor Heated Pool & Hot Tub, Interior corridors, La... Econo Lodge Logan, Logan 16 miles away The Econo Lodge hotel is located in beautiful Cache Valley on Logan's Main Street. Our goal is to offer you the most clean, inviting rooms at an affordable price. Enjoy our indoor heated pool and hot ...   Wasatch Range Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Wasatch Range. Wasatch Range Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Wasatch Range. All Utah Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Utah. Books about whitewater paddling on Blacksmith Fork, Utah List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Blacksmith Fork, Utah. Find a whitewater outfitter in Utah Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Logan, Utah-Idaho Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Logan, Utah-Idaho, the metro area neareast to Blacksmith Fork. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Blacksmith Fork.   Whitewater Near Blacksmith Fork: Logan River, Cache County , 10 miles away, Class II-V - 9.5 miles long (Ricks Springs to Preston Valley Campgroumd) Ogden River - South Fork, Weber County , 17 miles away, Class I-III - 7 miles long (Causey Reservoir to Huntsville) Ogden River, Weber County , 26 miles away, Class II-V - 5 miles long (Huntsville to Ogden)   Ski Areas Near Blacksmith Fork: Powder Mountain, Utah , 16 miles away, 2104 vertical feet Beaver Mountain, Utah , 19 miles away, 1600 vertical feet Wolf Mountain, Utah , 23 miles away, 1000 vertical feet Snowbasin, Utah , 26 miles away, 2959 vertical feet The Canyons, Utah , 48 miles away, 3190 vertical feet Park City Mountain Resort, Utah , 50 miles away, 3100 vertical feet Solitude, Utah , 51 miles away, 2047 vertical feet Deer Valley, Utah , 52 miles away, 3000 vertical feet Brighton, Utah , 52 miles away, 1745 vertical feet Alta, Utah , 53 miles away, 2020 vertical feet   Hotels Near Blacksmith Fork: Crystal Inn Logan, Logan , 14 miles away Logan Super 8 Motel, Logan , 15 miles away Econo Lodge Logan, Logan , 16 miles away Best Western Baugh Motel, Logan , 16 miles away Providence Inn Bed And Breakfast, Providence , 16 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Blacksmith Fork: Friendship Campground, Cache County, 4 miles away Pioneer Campground, Cache County, 5 miles away Shenoah Campground, Cache County, 5 miles away   Trails Near Blacksmith Fork: Hardware Ranch Trail, Cache County , 10 miles away Limber Pine Trail, Rich County , 19 miles away   National Parks Near Blacksmith Fork: California National Historic Trail, CA , 48 miles away Mormon Pioneer National Historic Trail, UT , 48 miles away