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Recreation Areas

Fishlake National Forest

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The Fishlake National Forest in central Utah features majestic stands of aspen encircling open mountain meadows that are lush with a diverse community of forbs and grasses. The mountains of the Fishlake are a source of water for many of the neighboring communities and agricultural valleys in the region. Elk, deer, black bear, cougar and moose can be found in the Forest as well as wild turkey and mountain goats.

Tushar Mountains

Rising to over 12,000 feet in elevation, the Tushars are the third-highest mountain range in Utah. The Tushars offer an incredible alpine experience which rivals some of the more famous destinations in the West. There’s high peaks, alpine forests and fascinating volcanic geology. These mountains contain several loop roads with spots for camping, fishing, hiking and mountain biking. Keep your eyes open for mountain goats.

Mineral Mountains

The Mineral Mountains offer 28 miles of spectacular outdoor adventure. They may look unassuming from the east, but the western side’s cracked and jagged granite forms what looks like the ruins of an ancient city of giants. From rockhounding to rock climbing, bouldering and mountain biking, it’s worth the extra effort to discover these hidden gems.

Beaver Bench Trail System

This mountain biking trail system is located close to Beaver City and offers fun trails for beginning to intermediate riders.

Historical Attractions

BEAVER COURTHOUSE MUSEUM & DAUGHTERS OF UTAH PIONEERS MUSEUM

Built in the Late Victorian architectural style, the Territorial Courthouse, located at 90 E. Center in Beaver City, was completed in June 1882. The building is on the National Register of Historic Places and is one of the town’s most beautiful structures, boasting red brick and whitewashed sandstone foundations. Inside, the courthouse features a second-story courtroom where the flag from the USS Utah, which sank during the attack on Pearl Harbor, is on display. Also displayed are re-created judges’ chambers, court recorder’s and sheriff’s offices, and several 19th-century items. Be sure to check out the new jail off the back of the courthouse as well as the original jail in the basement which was in use through 1976.

Also inside the courthouse is the Daughters of the Utah Pioneers Museum. Here, you can see pioneer relics and catch up on Beaver’s history. The museum is open all summer; appointments are required after Labor Day.

Those visiting the courthouse can also see the house where Philo T. Farnsworth, inventor of the first all-electronic television system, was born. The house is located next to the courthouse.

Frisco Ghost Town

Drive west from Milford about 25 miles and you will find the Frisco town ruins. Located at the base of the San Francisco Mountains, Frisco is the remains of an old mining town. After the discovery of silver in 1875, Frisco was created in just a few weeks, and it quickly earned the reputation as one of the West’s toughest mining camps. Legend has it that murders occurred daily — which might explain why the Frisco cemetery became the biggest in the state at the time.