Brigham City Travel Guide

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Nestled in the picturesque Box Elder County of Utah, Brigham City is a charming city that offers a unique blend of history, natural beauty, and recreational activities. Located just 60 miles north of Salt Lake City, this hidden gem is a perfect destination for those seeking a peaceful and relaxing getaway.

One of Brigham City's main attractions is the stunning Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge, a haven for bird enthusiasts and nature lovers. Spanning over 80,000 acres, this sanctuary provides a habitat for hundreds of bird species, making it a paradise for birdwatching. Take a leisurely stroll along the refuge's well-maintained trails, or hop on a guided tour to learn more about the diverse wildlife that call this place home.

For history buffs, a visit to the Brigham City Museum of Art and History is a must. Housed in a beautifully restored historic building, the museum showcases the rich heritage of the region through its extensive collection of artifacts, photographs, and interactive exhibits. Explore the exhibits that chronicle the city's pioneer history, or admire the impressive collection of local artwork that highlights the area's natural beauty.

Brigham City is also known for its delicious fruit. The city's fertile soil and favorable climate make it a prime location for fruit orchards, particularly famous for its juicy peaches. During the summer months, visitors can indulge in the sweet and succulent flavors of freshly picked peaches at the Peach Days Festival. This annual event features live music, parades, and a variety of peach-inspired treats that will tantalize your taste buds.

Outdoor enthusiasts will find plenty of recreational opportunities in Brigham City's surrounding areas. Nearby Wasatch-Cache National Forest offers miles of scenic hiking and biking trails, as well as excellent fishing spots along the crystal-clear streams. In the winter, the surrounding mountains become a winter wonderland, perfect for skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing.

Alternative names: Settled: 1851Population: 18.8 thous.Area: 24.85 mi²Elevation: 4452 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 41°30'10"N, 112°0'58"W

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Brigham City Attractions - What to See and Explore

Brigham City offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Box Elder Stake Tabernacle, Brigham City Utah Temple, Brigham City Museum, Hotel Brigham. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

Church • Vernacular architecture • Gothic Revival architecture
Box Elder Stake Tabernacle
The current Box Elder Stake Tabernacle, also known as the Brigham City Tabernacle, is a neo-Gothic tabernacle of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints rebuilt in Brigham City, Box Elder County, Utah by Mormon pioneers in 1897 after being gutted by fire a year earlier.
Temple • Vernacular architecture
Brigham City Utah Temple
The Brigham City Utah Temple is a temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Brigham City, Utah. The temple was announced by church president Thomas S. Monson on October 3, 2009, during the church's general conference.
Museum • History museum • Fashion museum
Brigham City Museum
The Brigham City Museum of Art & History, also known as the BCMG or, formerly, the Brigham City Museum-Gallery, is an art museum and history museum in Brigham City, Utah. The museum is a department of Brigham City Corporation, but also has a non-profit foundation, the Box Elder Museum Foundation, Inc.

41°30'37"N • 112°0'55"W
Hotel Brigham
Hotel Brigham is a historic three-story hotel building in Brigham City, Utah. It was built in 1914 by George Burnham for James Knudson, a Mormon businessman, and his wife Amelia. It was designed in the Chicago school style by architects Francis Charles Woods and Julius A. Smith, and expanded ten years later, in 1924.
41°30'56"N • 112°0'14"W
Box Elder Museum
Natural history museum • Science museum • Museum
Gothic Revival architecture
Thompson-Hansen House
The Thompson-Hansen House is a historic residence in Brigham City, Utah, United States, that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Theater
Elberta Theatre
The Elberta Theatre is a historic two-story building in Brigham City, Utah. It was built with red bricks and stucco in 1917 by William R. Dredge and W.H. Shurtliffe, and it was designed in the Prairie School style. It has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since October 17, 1991.
41°30'57"N • 112°0'43"W
Box Elder Museum
Museum
Victorian architecture
Alma Compton House
The Alma Compton House is a historic house in Brigham City, Utah. It was built in 1908 as a cottage for Alma Compton, an immigrant from England, and designed in the Victorian style. Compton, who became a professional photographer in Brigham City, lived here with his wife, née Jane E. Dalton, his son Matthew, and his two daughters.
Gothic Revival architecture
Peter and Anna Christena Forsgren House
The Peter and Anna Christena Forsgren House is a historic house in Brigham City, Utah. It was built in 1863 by Peter Adolph Forsgren, an immigrant from Sweden who converted to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at the age of 36, while he was living in Boston, Massachusetts. His brother, John E.
Victorian architecture
Jonathan and Jennie Knudson House
The Jonathan and Jennie Knudson House is a historic house in Brigham City, Utah. It was built in 1898-1901 by Jonathan Chester Knudson, a Mormon businessman whose father was a Danish-born convert to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Knudson lived here with his wife, née Jennie Ellen Pritchard.
41°30'34"N • 112°0'52"W
Knudson Brothers Building
The Knudson Brothers Building is a historic two-story commercial building in Brigham City, Utah. It was built in 1914 by Charles W. and Jonathan C. Knudson, and designed in the Chicago school style, with Neoclassical features. It is "55.5 feet wide by 100 feet deep with a small...
41°30'39"N • 112°0'58"W
Brigham City Co-op
The Brigham City Co-op was one of the most successful cooperative enterprises of the Mormons in Utah. In 1990 five buildings associated with the Brigham City Co-op survived: the Mercantile Store, the Flour Mill, the Woolen Mill, the Planing Mill, and the Relief Society Granary.
41°30'43"N • 112°0'54"W
Academy Conference Center
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Gothic Revival architecture
William L. and Mary Watkins House
The William L. and Mary Watkins House in Brigham City, Utah is a historic house built around 1862. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2001. It is a one-and-a-half-story Gothic Revival-style cross-wing adobe and stucco house.
Greek Revival architecture
Martin Anderson House
The Martin Anderson House is a historic adobe brick house located at 105 North 300 West in Brigham City, Utah. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on January 23, 2003.
41°30'38"N • 112°0'50"W
Box Elder County Courthouse
The Box Elder County Courthouse is a courthouse at 1 N. Main St. in Brigham City, Utah. It was built in 1857 and expanded greatly in 1910. The 1910 addition includes Classical Revival architecture designed by local architects Andrew Funk and Carson Wells and provides the architecturally significant portion of the building.
Library
Brigham City Carnegie Library
The Brigham City Carnegie Library, at 26 E. Forest St. in Brigham City in Box Elder County, Utah, dates from 1915. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984.

Day trips

Brigham City – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Brigham City, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Hill Aerospace Museum (Ogden), Snowbasin (Wasatch–Cache National Forest), Fielding Garr Ranch (Antelope Island).

23 milesS
Vernacular architecture, Museum, Specialty museum
Hill Aerospace Museum, Ogden
The Hill Aerospace Museum, located near Ogden in the state of Utah, is an emblematic institution nestled within the confines of the Hill Air Force Base. This museum is a haven for aviation enthusiasts and history buffs alike, offering a comprehensive look into the...
21 milesSE
Longtime spot for skiing and snowboarding
Snowbasin, Wasatch–Cache National Forest
Snowbasin Resort is a ski resort in the western United States, located in Weber County, Utah, 33 miles northeast of Salt Lake City, on the back side of the Wasatch Range.
39 milesS
History museum, Museum
Fielding Garr Ranch, Antelope Island
The Fielding Garr Ranch is a ranch located on the southeastern portion of Antelope Island State Park in the Great Salt Lake, Utah, United States and is part of the Utah State Parks system.
33 milesNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Tony Grove Lake, Wasatch–Cache National Forest
Tony Grove Lake is a lake in Cache County, Utah. The Tony Grove Lake Campground is located on the southeast shore of the lake. The lake and campground are situated on the Logan Canyon Scenic Byway.
40 milesNE
Vernacular architecture, Sport venue, Sport
Beaver Mountain, Wasatch–Cache National Forest
Beaver Mountain is a ski area in the western United States, in northern Utah. First opened 83 years ago in 1939, it is located near the summit of Logan Canyon in the Bear River Mountains, west of Bear Lake and near the border with Idaho.

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Best Time To Visit Brigham City

Learn when is the best time to travel to Brigham City weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

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June, July and September are the busiest months in this location. Many people also choose to visit in August.

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January.

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in July and August. Most of it rains in May.

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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What is the best time to visit Brigham City?

June, July and September are the busiest months in this location. Many people also choose to visit in August. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January.