by ML Lodging
For many families, summer means more time and freedom with the little humans in our lives. Save these 7 fun activities for kids in Ogden Valley, so the next time you’re staying in this beautiful area you’ll have something planned especially for them.
From petting farms to parks and the best family-friendly restaurants, Mountain Luxury Real Estate & Lodging will help make planning your next playdate a breeze.
Ogden Valley is known as an outdoor recreation mecca for a reason — boasting a huge trail system for hiking and biking, public parks, summer activities at the ski resorts and water sports at Pineview Reservoir, it seems like grown ups get to have all the fun!
Fear not, there is plenty to do in Ogden Valley that will leave kiddos happy, exhausted, and ready for bed, but don’t worry — it will be just as much fun for you too.
It’s hard to find a trail in Ogden Valley that isn’t surrounded by breathtaking beauty. Look out for wildflowers or bring a local bird guide and see if you can’t spot a Yellow Warbler.
An Easy 2.9 mile out and back trail near Huntsville. The trail has a picnic area and a small pond along the way, so pack a lunch and look for wildflowers.
An Easy 1.6 mile out and back trail near Huntsville. Great for birding and hiking. Goes out toward a small creek. When Pineview Reservoir water levels are high, some parts of the trail may be covered in water.
An Easy 2.8 mi out and back trail near Eden. Beautiful views with groves of aspens and pines with wildflowers galore.
Big playgrounds, tire obstacle courses, zip lines, expansive fields and even horse riding arenas — park dates are one of the best activities for kids in Ogden Valley.
Is there anything more magical to a child than camping under the stars? There’s a reason even as grown ups, the smell of a camp fire takes us right back to roasting s’mores and listening to spooky stories gathered with family and friends.
North Fork Park offers camp sites with fire pits, picnic tables, and nearby flush toilets. 2,600 acres for camping, hiking, biking, horse trails, and is one of nine International Dark Sky Park destinations in Utah.
We could tell you how mini-golfing helps children with counting, coordination and perseverance — it’s not easy hitting the ball into the hole, after all. But mainly, it’s just a lot of fun and that’s why it is one of our favorite activities for kids in Ogden Valley.
Wildflower Mini-Golf Course is located between Needles Gondola and John Paul Express throughout the summer on Saturdays and Sundays. Play 18 holes surrounded by the incredible beauty of the Wasatch Mountains.
Animals help kids feel calm and relaxed. They can also help teach little ones about responsibility, compassion, and patience. Sounds like a win, win to us.
Come learn about all the animals on the farm. Cows, pigs, goats, sheep, donkey, llamas, alpacas, horses, chickens, ducks, turkeys, rabbits, kittens, and dogs. Open June through August. Check their website for closures due to heat or weather. June is Baby Animal Month, but the animals are still just as fun to spend time with the other summer months.
Our best advice? Go earlier to try and beat the crowds, because everyone knows that water and sand play are top activities for kids in Ogden Valley and everywhere else for that matter.
Pineview Reservoir beaches are open for the season. There are three developed beaches at Middle Inlet, Cemetery Point and Anderson. Pack a pail of beach toys and build an epic sand castle, or bring along a paddle board and have fun on the water.
We wrote entire blog on everything you need to know when you visit Pineview this summer, with all the information on water conditions, rules, access points, where to rent gear and all the best spots for your favorite activities.
Our criteria for kid-friendly restaurants in Ogden Valley? Delicious food of course, and the space to let kids be kids. Bring on the laughter and wiggles.
Classic kid meal options like Grilled Cheese or Corn Dog meals each come with fries, a drink and a cookie or a scoop of ice cream. Sit outside on the covered patio where kids can get out their wiggles. and enjoy the fresh air.
While they don’t have a specific kids menu, who can resist the Sugar Rush Waffle or Sweet Potato Fries? Kids will love looking out at the valley from the outdoor deck.
You can’t go wrong with pizza and you know it’s going to be tasty and unique with names like “Front-Side Rodeo” and “Baby Bear Coma Bread”. Outdoor eating offers plenty of room for running around, surrounded by gorgeous mountain views.
Now you know about 7 of the best summer activities for kids in Ogden Valley that the whole family will enjoy. It’s true we only have a certain amount of summers with them and now you’re ready to create those long-lasting memories. You know where to find kid-friendly hikes, the parks with the amenities you want, camping spots with flush toilets, mini-golfing, baby animals to pet, sandy beaches, and the food even picky eaters will love.
Our final tip? Don’t rush your time in Ogden Valley. If you love nature and outdoor adventure as much as we do, plan on more than a day trip. Book your stay with Mountain Luxury Lodging, many of our lodging offerings have bonus activity #8 — a pool!
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