The cache is near the Stokes Nature Center about a third of a mile from parking along the level River Trail It is placed with permission from the Nature Center Staff. The Stokes Nature Center can help others understand what make this area so special. Information on the full River Trail and other links provided below. Logan Canyon is a wonderful place to visit and this is just the beginning of it. Enjoy!!
Stokes Nature Center provides programs to help students of all ages discover the wonders of nature first-hand: to hear the song of the black-capped chickadee; to delve into the world of river researchers; to discover the fascinating critters that share our valley and canyons; and to see the world through a new perspective. As the only nature center in Cache Valley, Stokes Nature Center provides a variety of high-quality, hands-on programs for school children, community groups, families, and the general public. Our programs offer information, discovery, and exploration of the natural world.
Trail Number: 603
Trail Length: 3.7 miles one way
Difficulty: Easy
Trailheads: Across Highway 89 from the Cache National Forest sign at the mouth of Logan Canyon (GPS: N41°44′516″ W111°46′567″) or Second Dam (GPS: N41°44′777″ W111°44′817″) or Bridger Campground or Spring Hollow Campground, 4.3 miles from Logan (GPS: N41°45′200″ W111°43′010″)
Elevation Start/Gain: 4900 feet/500 feet
Route: "The River Trail follows the Logan City water line, which is buried beneath the road and passes Stokes Nature Center. The trail parallels the river and is never more than a few hundred feet from US Hwy 89, although traffic is not visible for most of its length.
"The trail goes south above Bridger Campground and Gus Lind Flat Summer Home Area. It passes Third Dam and ends at Spring Hollow.
"Moose have been seen near the river, and many species of birds and plants can be observed."