Most of the County's communities are located within an hour's drive of Salt Lake City. That means easy access to the symphony, the ballet, theater, restaurants and the University of Utah. Brigham City is also nearly equidistant from Ogden to the south and Logan to the north. These cities, lass than a 30-minute drive, are home to Weber State University and Utah State University, respectively. Add to this the many cultural and sporting events, and these cities offer more than anyone could hope for - including access to skiing, shopping and fine dining.

Box Elder residents need not to leave the county to have outdoor fun - or even an indoor dose of culture - year round. Quality living is enhanced by year round activities, cultural events, and outdoor sports. If you're looking for ways to appreciate Box Elder County, check out these:

Golden Spike National Historic Site Visit the spot where the Central Pacific and the Union Pacific railways met. View the team locomotives Jupiter and 119, and ranger programs. Reenactments are featured twice yearly while other year-round events include plays, films, self-guided tours and more. The National Back County Byway System is responsible for providing mountain biking and outdoor recreation in the area. more info
	Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge Come to the wilds of Box Elder's bird refuge featuring 72,000 acres filled with a wide variety of birds. Seen visiting this wildlife wonder are the rare tundra swans, the white-faced ibis and the western grebe. more info
Thiokol Rocket Display Two miles and a hundred years north of the Golden Spike site, the soled rocket motors of America's space exploration are on display, year-round. Thiokol conducts occasional testing that can be seen from the highway. Dates and times for these events are usually listed in the local newspapers.
	Willard Bay This sparkling body of water is a popular spot for boating, water-skiing, wind-surfing, sailing, year-round fishing, picnicking, camping and eagle watching or ice fishing during the cold winter months.
Fruitway Highway 89, between willard and Brigham City offers beautiful country and orchard-fresh produce sold at roadside stands. Stop at the Maddox Ranch House – in business since 1947.
	Stone Houses of Willard & Honeyville These charming private residences were built by pioneers and are now a part of the picturesque scenery on the drive bordered by Willard to the south and Honeyville to the north, along state road 38.
Tremonton Rodeo & County Fair These two exciting events take place in the late August. Activities include a parade, a carnival, bandstand shows and the oldest rodeo in Utah, just to name a few.
	Crystal Hot Springs Relax in the warm mineral waters that abound in this Honeyville resort. Natural pools and saunas make for an enjoyable, soothing visit for the whole family. more info
Marble Park Have a picnic lunch or barbecue while the children enjoy the playground with all its features. The whole family will enjoy viewing the display of horsedrawn equipment and wagons from the 1880's. This wonderful attraction is located just 20 miles from the Golden Spike Site, and admission is free. more info
Heritage Theater Built in the 1890's as Perry church house, it became Heritage Theater in 1975 and has been restored to its original charm. Open weekends to the public, and weekdays for groups only, the Heritage Theater presents family-oriented live performances all year long. Located in Perry on Highway 89.
Peach Days The oldest continuing harvest festival in Utah. Held the weekend after Labor Day in September, the festival boasts a parade, antique car show, Dutch oven cook-off, arts and crafts show and a carnival - something to excite everyone! more info

So, any way you slice it, Box Elder County offers
a taste of just about everything for anyone who is looking.