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Ogden is a historic railroad city of about 90,000 people at the foot of the Wasatch Mountains, about 40 miles north of Salt Lake City. After the transcontinental railroad was completed nearby in 1869, Ogden became a major junction known as the Junction City, and its Historic 25th Street, once lined with saloons and speakeasies, is now one of Utah's liveliest dining streets.
Union Station, the grand 1924 depot at the end of 25th Street, houses museums of railroading, classic cars and firearms. Weber State University overlooks the city from the east bench, the George S. Eccles Dinosaur Park displays life-size dinosaur models along trails, and the Ogden Nature Center protects wetlands and woods right in town. The Ogden Farmers Market fills downtown on summer Saturdays.
Ogden is an outdoor town at heart. The Bonneville Shoreline Trail runs along the mountainside above the city, the Ogden River Parkway follows the river through town, and Snowbasin Resort, a 2002 Olympic venue, and Powder Mountain offer world-class skiing just up Ogden Canyon.
Historic 25th Street is Ogden's lively old main street, once known for railroad-era saloons, now lined with restored brick buildings holding restaurants, bars, galleries and shops. It hosts the summer farmers market and festivals. Walk from Union Station up the street and look at the historic signs.
Ogden Union Station is a grand 1924 railroad depot that now holds several museums, including the Utah State Railroad Museum, a classic car collection and a firearms museum. Old locomotives sit outside. Allow two hours to see the museums, and check special exhibits in the station's main hall.
Peery's Egyptian Theater is a restored 1924 movie palace in downtown Ogden decorated in an Egyptian Revival style, with a painted sky ceiling and columns. It hosts films, concerts and part of the Sundance Film Festival. See any show to enjoy the interior, as it is only open during events.
Treehouse Museum is an interactive children's museum in downtown Ogden built around stories, with a giant treehouse, a mini town, a castle and art activities. It is designed for kids up to about age twelve. Plan two hours, and pair it with a walk along nearby 25th Street for lunch.
George S. Eccles Dinosaur Park at the mouth of Ogden Canyon has over 100 life-size dinosaur models along an outdoor trail, plus a museum, fossil dig and playground. Kids love the roaring models. It takes about two hours, and the trail is mostly outdoors, so dress for the weather.
Ogden Nature Center is a 152-acre wildlife sanctuary with walking trails through wetlands, ponds and woods, plus a visitor center with live birds of prey. Look for deer, porcupines and many bird species. Trails are easy and flat, and a small admission fee supports the center's programs.
Ogden River Parkway is a paved trail along the Ogden River from the mouth of Ogden Canyon toward downtown, passing parks, the dinosaur park and a botanical garden. It is popular for walking, cycling and fishing. Start at the canyon end and walk downstream with the river for an easy outing.
Beus Pond Park is a small park on Ogden's east bench with a pond, a walking loop, picnic areas and views of the mountains. It is a quiet spot for fishing with kids and spotting ducks. It also links to the Bonneville Shoreline Trail above the city for longer hikes.
Waterfall Canyon Trail climbs about 2.5 miles round trip from the 29th Street trailhead on Ogden's east bench to a tall waterfall in a rocky canyon. The trail is steep and rocky near the top. Go in spring for the strongest flow, start early in summer, and wear sturdy shoes.
Ogden Canyon is a narrow, winding canyon east of the city carved by the Ogden River, with steep cliffs, fishing spots and the road up to Pineview Reservoir. It leads to the Ogden Valley ski areas. Drive it slowly, stop at pullouts for photos, and watch for cyclists on the curves.
The Ogden Utah Temple is a Latter-day Saint temple downtown, rebuilt and rededicated in 2014 with a stone exterior and gold spire. Its grounds and the nearby Ogden Tabernacle are open to visitors. Walk the landscaped grounds, which are especially pretty when lit up during the holiday season.
Ogden Farmers Market runs on Saturdays in summer on Historic 25th Street, with local produce, baked goods, crafts and food trucks. Live music adds to the atmosphere. Come in the morning for the best selection, and stay for lunch at one of the street's restaurants after shopping.
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