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 Cache National Forest, Utah
N 41° 50.396 W 111° 35.337
12T E 451102 N 4632172
The Cache National Forest is located in Northern Utah.
Waymark Code: WMFQ6E
Location: Utah, United States
Date Posted: 11/17/2012
Views: 7
Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest The Cache National Forest has been combined with the Uinta and Wasatch National Forests and is managed jointly by the National Forest Service. This combined area, called the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest is one of 12 National Forests in the Intermountain Region of the United States, and includes northern and north-central Utah and southwestern Wyoming. It has a total acreage of 2,169,596 acres and includes 7 Ranger Districts (Salt Lake, Kamas/Heber, Ogden, Pleasant Grove, Spanish Fork, and Logan in Utah; and Evanston/Mountain View in Wyoming). ................... Specific to the Cache National Forest: It is estimated that this area was first inhabited about 15,000 years ago by Native Americans who were hunters, gatherers and with some evidence of farming. Historians have identified the first Americans as ancestors of Ute, Goshute and Northwestern Shoshone. The term "cache" became associated with the area following the arrival of trappers, who used the caves in the area to hide (or "cache") their furs. Today, the Cache National Forest is used for recreation, including Bicycling, Camping, Climbing, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Hunting, Nature Viewing, OHV Riding, Picniking, Water activities, Winter Sports. The National Forest Service has issued permits for the grazing of sheep and cattle also, making this a shared-use area. Temperatures range from a low in the mid-teens in winter to low 90's in the summer, with an annual percipitation of about 16 inches. With such a wide range of temperatures the area enjoys distinct seasons, with brilliant colors in the fall that draw many visitors from the cities. The forest service issues permits for cutting Christmas Trees, another family activity that draws visitors to the area. The numerous hiking trails provide access to some of the more popular areas. The Wind Caves Trail is a 2 mile hike that leads to a triple arch and natural cave in a limestone outcropping. The Jardine Juniper Trail leads to one of the largest juniper trees in existence, thought to be 1,500 years old and measuring 26 feet in circumference, 44 feet tall (accessed by an 11-mile hike). Links: Biking brochure & maps: ( visit link) Birding brochure & maps: ( visit link) Fishing brochure & maps: ( visit link) Heritage/history tour: ( visit link) Hiking/walking: ( visit link)
Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): Size: 2.1 million acres
Is there a trail system?: Yes
If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.:
Multiple trails, several are loops, some are one-way. Highlights/destinations include geology, birding, biking, flora/fauna, overlooks, history.
What points of interest are there?:
Caves, geology
Birding
Wildlife
History
Fall colors
Outdoor recreation
What activities are available?:
Bicycling, Camping, Climbing, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Hunting, Nature Viewing, OHV Riding, Picniking, Water activities, Winter Sports.
Hours of accessibility?: All year, weather permitting
List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.):
Cliffs, weather (extremes of cold & heat) Snakes, wildlife (keep distance from wildlife), livestock (keep distance from livestock) Poison Plants, please boil the water before drinking.
Dogs Allowed?: Yes
Is a permit/fee required?: Yes
If a permit/fee is required please describe in detail how to get one, how much, etc.:
Permit vary by location. Most locations are free, but some require day-use fee that generally costs $3.00
Please supply the website of the land if available: [Web Link]
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Visit Instructions:
Visitors are encouraged to supply a picture of either themselves or their GPS at the trailhead and/or signage of the public access lands - describe your experience there and what you saw - tell us why other folks should come visit!
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