Bunchgrass Yurt: Winter Backcountry Nights in the Bear River Range

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Bunchgrass Yurt: Winter Backcountry Nights in the Bear River Range

Nightly yurt rentals run by Powder Ridge Ski Touring, offering winter backcountry lodging accessed from Logan Canyon — this guide explains what to bring, who it suits, and how the stay flows.

Bunchgrass Yurt: Winter Backcountry Nights in the Bear River Range.

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Powder Ridge Ski Touring
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Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Perched in the Bear River Range and served by Powder Ridge Ski Touring, the Bunchgrass Yurt is a purpose-built winter backcountry lodging option that has, for more than three decades, given skiers and boarders direct access to wide, rideable terrain accessed from Logan Canyon.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

Decades of winter backcountry hosting
THE HISTORY

Decades of winter backcountry hosting

Powder Ridge Ski Touring has operated the Bunchgrass (and nearby Steam Mill) yurts for over 30 years, establishing a reliable base for overnight backcountry adventures in Northern Utah.

Access to terrain for all levels
THE TERRAIN

Access to terrain for all levels

The yurts provide access to delightful winter terrain suitable for skiers and boarders across ability levels, making them a flexible option for mixed-ability groups.

A true backcountry lodging experience
THE SETTING

A true backcountry lodging experience

Staying at Bunchgrass means embracing winter backcountry lodging — a remote yurt setting in the Bear River Range that anchors multi-day outings from Logan Canyon.

What the day feels like

What the stay feels like

Expect classic winter backcountry rhythms: assemble in Logan, approach via Logan Canyon, settle into a communal yurt and step directly onto nearby skintracks and slopes maintained by Powder Ridge Ski Touring — a simple, gear-forward overnight that centers skiing and boarding in a quiet mountain bowl.

Decades of winter backcountry hosting

THE HISTORY

Decades of winter backcountry hosting

Powder Ridge Ski Touring has operated the Bunchgrass (and nearby Steam Mill) yurts for over 30 years, establishing a reliable base for overnight backcountry adventures in Northern Utah.

Access to terrain for all levels

THE TERRAIN

Access to terrain for all levels

The yurts provide access to delightful winter terrain suitable for skiers and boarders across ability levels, making them a flexible option for mixed-ability groups.

A true backcountry lodging experience

THE SETTING

A true backcountry lodging experience

Staying at Bunchgrass means embracing winter backcountry lodging — a remote yurt setting in the Bear River Range that anchors multi-day outings from Logan Canyon.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this stay suits — and who should reconsider.

1
Backcountry skiers & boardersWell suited — the yurts are run specifically for winter backcountry skiing and boarding, providing direct access to nearby terrain.
2
Small groupsA good match for small groups: rentals are nightly and the yurts accommodate up to eight people.
3
Winter camping enthusiastsIdeal for those comfortable with winter backcountry lodging who bring their own provisions and warm clothing.
4
Families or casual overnightersAppropriate for families who can manage a self-supported overnight; note the small-group capacity and that stays are winter-focused.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

Guests should bring camping provisions, food, beverages and warm clothing.

Meeting & logistics

The meeting location is Logan, UT; final approach and access occur from Logan Canyon.

Duration

Nightly rentals are available; exact stay length varies by selection.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

Where do guests meet before accessing the yurt?

The meeting location is Logan, UT.

How do I access the Bunchgrass Yurt?

Access to the yurts is from Logan Canyon into the Bear River Range as operated by Powder Ridge Ski Touring.

How many people can stay in a yurt?

Nightly rentals accommodate up to eight people.

What should I bring for an overnight stay?

Bring camping provisions, food, beverages and warm clothing.

How long are stays at Bunchgrass Yurt?

Duration varies by selection; check available nightly rental options.