Utah whitewater - Logan River, Wasatch Range, Cache County

Cache county, Ricks Springs to Preston Valley Campgroumd section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II-V     9.5 miles
  The starting location is a reasonable drive from Logan, as you can see on the road map further down. The beautiful scenery of Utah and the playfulness of the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often easier than in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that many of the rivers here are not very demanding. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you won't find a large number of other spots. Logan River doesn't have a lot of paddling stretches,
    the Ricks Springs to Preston Valley Campgroumd stretch is the only one. A good workout and just being out on the river for a while will have you coming back for more. This stretch of Logan River in Cache County is 9.5 miles long and is a class II-V section of whitewater according
to American Whitewater. The river winds through the Wasatch Range and you get great scenery. This stretch has has enough mileage, it's good length for a morning trip. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination.

Briefly about the general area:
Summer brings highs in the 90's to Logan River, and through summer nights temperatures are in the 50's. For the duration of the winter highs are in the 30's, and
 
night lows at Logan River during the winter regularly plunge into the 10's. Around Logan River you don’t get a lot of precipitation; through April this area sees the most rain while July is the month with the least amount of precipitation.
If you wish for a little side trip, try Cottonwood Canyon It's always great to stop by Little Cottonwood Spring. These mountains rock, just look at all the exciting stuff to do in the Wasatch Range.

Logan River, Ricks Springs to Preston Valley Campgroumd road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II-V
Length: 9.5 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 41.8404
Longitude: -111.5841

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 41.77305
Longitude: -111.65362

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Current weather conditions at Logan River, Wasatch Range, Utah
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Local climate location: RICHMOND 16 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...

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites LOGAN, Logan
15 miles away
Brand new in 2008, the Holiday Inn Express and Suites of Logan Utah is the newest and most modern hotel in Cache Valley. Our guests will enjoy breathtaking views of the Wasatch Mountains. Conveniently...

Quality Inn Logan, Logan
15 miles away
Downtown, easy walk to shopping and restaurants. Utah State University and Morman Temple 8 blocks. In-room jetted tubs available. Elevator and guest laundry. Free High-Speed Internet Access and HBO in...



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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Logan, Utah-Idaho, the metro area neareast to Logan River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Logan River.
 Whitewater Near Logan River:
Blacksmith Fork, Cache County , 10 miles away, Class I-III - 9 miles long (Hardware Ranch to Hyrum City Power Plant)
Ogden River - South Fork, Weber County , 27 miles away, Class I-III - 7 miles long (Causey Reservoir to Huntsville)
 Ski Areas Near Logan River:
Beaver Mountain, Utah , 10 miles away, 1600 vertical feet
Powder Mountain, Utah , 25 miles away, 2104 vertical feet
Wolf Mountain, Utah , 31 miles away, 1000 vertical feet
Snowbasin, Utah , 35 miles away, 2959 vertical feet
The Canyons, Utah , 58 miles away, 3190 vertical feet
Park City Mountain Resort, Utah , 60 miles away, 3100 vertical feet
Solitude, Utah , 61 miles away, 2047 vertical feet
Deer Valley, Utah , 62 miles away, 3000 vertical feet
Brighton, Utah , 62 miles away, 1745 vertical feet
Alta, Utah , 63 miles away, 2020 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Logan River:
Crystal Inn Logan, Logan , 14 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites LOGAN, Logan , 15 miles away
Quality Inn Logan, Logan , 15 miles away
Providence Inn Bed And Breakfast, Providence , 15 miles away
Best Western Weston Inn, Logan , 15 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Logan River:
Lodge Campground, Cache County, 1 miles away
Smoky Rock Campground, Cache County, 2 miles away
Wood Camp Campground, Cache County, 2 miles away
 Trails Near Logan River:
Limber Pine Trail, Rich County , 12 miles away
Hardware Ranch Trail, Cache County , 15 miles away
Bloomington Lake Trail, Franklin County , 17 miles away
High Line Trail, Franklin County , 19 miles away
Midland Trail, Bear Lake County , 20 miles away
 National Parks Near Logan River:
California National Historic Trail, CA , 57 miles away
Mormon Pioneer National Historic Trail, UT , 57 miles away

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