Brigham City

Also near Brigham City, the Great Salt Lake is one of the premier migratory bird flight paths in North America. The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge is among the finest spots in the area for bird watching. Species of interes include the American white pelican, blacknecked stilt, American avocet, white-faced ibis and snowy plover. As many of 200 species of birds make a seasonal stop in Bear River.

The museum is home to a permanent exhibition on the history of Brigham City, and five temporary historical and fine art exhibitions a year. The growing art collection includes more than 300 pieces from artists including Florence Ware, David Howell Rosenbaum, E.J. Bird and many more.

Brigham City has multiple classic dining establishments that lend to its historic, small town aura. But Maddox Fine Food, two miles south in Perry, is a dining icon that is as much a destination as it is a diner, and it's well worth visiting. Known as Utah's Original Steakhouse, Maddox has served up "farm-to-table" since 1949, sourcing beef from their own ranch and seeking out other locally sourced ingredients, when possible. Dine in or drive-in.

Brigham City is famous for Peach Days, a community celebration held each September, the weekend after Labor Day. Visitors can find any number of things to do in Brigham City this weekend, including outdoor activities and vendors, movie screenings, pageants and Utah's largest car show. Nearly 75,000 people stop by Brigham City to celebrate the bountiful harvest of some of the region's most revered peaches thanks to the warming sunlight on the Wasatch Mountains' western slope. Patrons of farmers markets and High West Distillery alike enjoy this special harvest.

Find the best in local agriculture from Northern Utah at roadside fruit stands like Pettingills, Sumida's, Tagges Famous Fruit and Paul's Patch. The Fruit Way lines a stretch of historic Highway 89 between Willard and Brigham City just off the interstate. That few extra minutes can result in lots of fresh-picked produce and local food products like cheese curds and shakes for the road trip still ahead. Driving northbound on I-15, take exit 351 and stay right. Take a left on Highway 89, heading north toward Brigham City.

The preserved wilderness of the Wellsville Mountains is home to 17 miles of trails that lead you to the vistas of the range’s highest points. The Wellsville Cone (9,356’) and Box Elder Peak (9,372’) are the most common destinations.