Ski Resort Summer Adventure

You can enjoy the amenities of ski resorts and surrounding areas at the height of the summer. Whether it's hiking, mountain biking, road biking, kayaking, paddle boarding, or a scenic drive, there is no lack of things to do this summer in the mountains!

Nordic Valley

Nordic Valley summer of affordable fun! Ski slopes are the perfect trails in the summer and are well worth it to bring a mountain bike, some friends, or dogs to go for a walk to enjoy the beautiful views of Ogden Valley. We recommend bringing a blanket, some food and drinks to enjoy the sunshine. Pets are welcome on a leash.

• Mountain bike trails.
• Hiking and running trails with spectacular views.

Snowbasin Resort

Snowbasin be open on Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays 10:00am-6:00pm June 10 - October 8 for scenic gondola rides, hiking, biking, mountain-top dining, disc golf and more!

• Gondola Rides: Enjoy a scenic gondola ride. Foot passenger tickets can be picked up at the Grizzly Center.
• Mountain Bike: Take Needles Gondola to the top of the resort to access 26 miles of single-track trails.
• Sunday Brunch: Take a gondola ride up to the top of Needles Peak where the majestic Needles Lodge awaits. Striking valley high views and delectable brunch. June 26-October 2 from 10:30 am to 3:00 pm. Reservations are required.
• Mini Golf: The Wildflower Mini-Golf Course is located in the base area, between Needles Gondola and John Paul Express. Open to the public on Saturday and Sunday during summer operations, or available daily for private events.

Powder Mountain

During the summer, Powder Mountain turns into a beautiful place to hike, mountain bike, and explore. Here is a link to all of their summer activities!

• Mountain Bike Trails
• Hiking and Running Trails with incredible views of Ogden Valley
• Views of Logan, Idaho, Wyoming, and Nevada from the top of Powder Mountain

Causey Reservoir

This 142-acre alpine reservoir restricts motorized boats, making it an idyllic location for kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards. It’s 5,700’ elevation makes for brisk swimming, but also makes it ideal for healthy populations of trout and Kokanee salmon, which run up Causey’s tributaries in a brilliant display of red every September.

Things can get quite busy mid summer, especially on a weekend. Be sure to go early to catch the sun rise from the middle of the lake and be sure to only park in designated parking areas. And remember. Pack it in , pack it out.

Pineview Reservoir

Pineview Reservoir is a beautiful water offering outstanding opportunities for fishing and water sports. It is located in Ogden Valley, in the mountains east of Ogden. There is plenty of beach space to set up and have a nice day while you paddle out on the water. Be sure to only stay in no wake zones and be kind to your beach neighbor. Things can get busy during a mid summer weekend so consider going downtown for lunch and trying a mid week early morning instead.