The Wasatch-Cache National Forest lands are located in three major geographic areas:

The northern and western slopes of the Uinta Mountains
The Wasatch Front from Lone Peak north to the Idaho border including the Wasatch, Monte Cristo, and Bear River Ranges
The Stansbury Range, in the Great Basin

The Wasatch-Cache is one of the most heavily used National Forests for recreation in the Nation. Campground areas near Salt Lake City and Ogden are very popular. Those people desiring more solitude will want to head farther into the mountains.

There are 1,391 miles of roads providing access throughout the Forest. This includes Mirror Lake and Logan Canyon roads, which have been designated as scenic routes by the State of Utah. In addition, the Forest provides 1,050 miles of trails for access to non-roaded areas.

Skiers find the"greatest snow on earth" here. Fluffy, dry powder falls for nearly five months a year in a winter paradise. Several major ski resorts are found on the Forest, including Alta and Snowbird in Little Cottonwood Canyon, Brighton and Solitude in Big Cottonwood Canyon, Snow Basin east of Ogden, and Beaver Mountain in Logan Canyon.

There are many opportunities for cross-country skiing throughout the Wasatch. Although some marked trails are available, the adventurous skier may wish to strike out over the unmarked snow-covered forest. Since avalanches and blizzards may occur with little warning, a competent guide is recommended. A snow and weather information telephone number for the Wasatch Mountains provides information during the snow season.