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North Ogden, Utah
Population: 20,000
Located in Weber County
Offering a rural setting just minutes from a major metropolitan area, North Ogden offers its 20,000 residents an idyllic residential environment of tranquility and panoramic views. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the close proximity of the Wasatch Mountains and its world-class ski resorts. Housing options in this pristine community range from modest single-family dwellings to spacious luxury homes on generous lots. Condominiums and apartment complexes offer a maintenance-free lifestyle, many of which offer the finest in amenities. An excellent school system characterizes North Ogden, strengthened by strong parental and community involvement.
Lagoon Amusement Park
The forerunner of Lagoon, Lake Park, began in 1886 as a bathing resort on the Great Salt Lake. In 1893 the resort closed, an in 1896 Simon Bamberger, who later became governor of Utah, moved the park two miles to the outskirts of Farmington and began a new resort called Lagoon. Among some of the first rides at the park was the Merry-Go-Round, with 45 hand-carved animals. That same carousel is still in operation today. Lagoon now boasts more than 40 rides, including four coasters.
Old and new merged in 1976 with acquisition of Pioneer Village, a 15-acre restoration of Pioneer Utah 100 years ago. Lagoon A Beach water park was added in 1989.
Lagoon, Pioneer Village and Lagoon A Beach are open daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day. The park is also open weekends in April, May and September. During October the park is open selected days for the Frightmares Halloween promotion. Lagoon, Pioneer Village and Lagoon A Beach is located in Farmington, 15 miles south of Ogden.
The Great Salt Lake
The largest lake west of the Mississippi River, the Great Salt Lake could fit the state of Rhode Island comfortably within its shores. It has no outlet to the ocean, therefore its level depends on precipitation.
In historic times, the lake level varied from 4,192 feet to 4,212 feet above sea level. Today, the lake level is reported to be around 4,000 feet. The lake is approximately 70 miles long and 30 miles wide. Its average depth is 13 feet. Maximum depth is 34 feet. Only the Dead Sea has a higher salt content that the Great Salt Lake. The salt content varies depending on the lake’s level, but percentages of salt have been as high as 27 percent, eight times saltier than the ocean. This gives the water buoyancy and allows simmers to float without sinking.
Here’s a look at choices for skiers
Nordic Valley
Season: Approximately December to March
Operating Schedule: Mon.-Sun. 9:30 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Vertical drop: 1,000 feet
Average annual snowfalls: 400 inches
Lift ticket rates: Adult - $16 day, $12 afternoon-evening, 2:30-10 p.m.; senior citizens, handicapped, 5 years and under - $5.
Lifts: Two chairs
Location: 13 miles east of Ogden up Ogden Canyon, follow the signs to the left around Pineview Reservoir.
Powder Mountain
Season: Approximately November to April
Operating Schedule: Day skiing 9:30a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; Cat skiing open Fridays, weekends, Mondays and holidays, 9:30a.m. – 3 p.m., ample snow required; Night skiing continues until 10 p.m.
Vertical drop: 1,980 feet
Average annual snowfalls: More than 500 inches
Lift ticket rates: Adult - $27 day, $22 half-day, $14.50 night; child-$16 day, $15 half-day, $10 night; 5 years and under ski free at Sundown. Lift with parent; senior citizens, 65 and over- $21 all day; disabled skier - adult day pass $20, child 12 and under $12.
Lifts: One triple chair, two double chairs, two surface lifts and poma platter.
Location: 17 miles east of Ogden up Ogden Canyon, follow the signs around the north side of Pineview Reservoir.
SnowBasin
Season: Approximately November to April
Operating Schedule: Weekends, Holidays: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Weekdays: 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Vertical drop: 2,400 feet
Average annual snowfalls: Approximately 400 inches
Lift ticket rates: Adult - $29 day, $24 half-day (half-day hours are from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.); child - $20 day, $17 half-day; seniors $21, $18 half-day. Discount cardholders, all-day ticket- Adult; $25 all day, $21 half-day; child, $17 all-day, $17 half-day.
Lifts: Four triple and one double chair.
Location: 17 miles east, up Ogden Canyon, follow the signs, or from the south take Interstate 84 east to the Mountain Green exit and follow the signs to Snowbasin.
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