About this Event
Northern Utah Trailfest (The NUT) is a fall festival for all types of trail users! Everyone is invited to our FREE COMMUNITY TRAILFEST-IVAL. October 3rd-5th, 2025
Enjoy the trails while fall colors are on full display in the picturesque North Fork Park! Connect with fellow trail users and outdoor enthusiasts as you unwind and relax in the cool mountain air while listening to live music. Participate in free activities, dine at delicious food trucks, shop from vendors, and learn from local naturalists and nonprofit organizations.
These breakout events at the festival require a $5 deposit. This fee is fully refundable (less processing fee) when you check in at the event, or you may choose to donate it to support our organizations. The small deposit helps us ensure that those who sign up are committed to attending, allowing us to plan resources and space more effectively. If you're coming with more than one person, check out the BOGO deals on the ticket page! To see the full list of weekend events, go to: https://www.northernutahtrailfest.com/festival-2025
If the deposit is a barrier, please email us at . We are happy to waive the fee so that cost does not prevent your participation.
Agenda
?: 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Fireside Storytelling - Friday Night
Host: WSU Storytelling Festival
Info: Family friendly storytelling around the firepits hosted by WSU Storytelling Festival. Meet at the ACTIVITY Hub Flag in front of the GOAL/TFNU booths.
?: 07:30 PM - 09:30 PM
Stargazing - Friday Night
Host: Ogden Nature Center
Info: Join ONC for connecting with the cosmos and stargazing for one or both of two 45 minute presentations talking about the constellations and getting a chance to check them out through a telescope. Meet at the ACTIVITY HUB Flag in front of the GOAL/TFNU booths.
?: 03:30 PM - 05:30 PM
WSU Wilderness First Aid Hike
Host: Weber State University
Info: Join Weber State for a wilderness first-aid hike on Saturday. How would you respond?? Have you ever gotten injured on a hike or come across another hiker who is feeling ill on the trail? Do you hesitate to recreate in the backcountry because you have no wilderness first aid training? In this session, we will dive into the basics of first aid and risk management in the outdoors. Participants will get to practice hands-on with staged first-aid scenarios throughout a short hike! No experience is necessary, all are welcome. This is not a certification course. Meet at the ACTIVITY HUB Flag in front of the GOAL/TFNU booths.
?: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Dino Park Fossil Hike
Host: George S Eccles Dinosaur Park
Info: Join the Dinosaur Park on a fossil hike on Saturday learning how to identify and collect fossils in our own backyard! They'll teach you how to spot, identify, and dig up fossils. With any luck, we'll all get to go home with our own fossil we collect on the trails! Meet at the ACTIVITY HUB Flag in front of the GOAL/TFNU booths.
?: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Writing Workshop
Host: Angelika Brewer
Info: Join Ogden's Poet Laureate Angelika Brewer for a writing workshop on Saturday. She'll give you writing prompts and talk about helpful pointers for poetry writing. Meet at the ACTIVITY HUB flag in front of the GOAL/TFNU booths.
?: 05:00 PM - 06:30 PM
Forest Bathing
Host: Chris Newton
Info: Join us for a guided forest bathing experience on Saturday. A slow walk in the woods that invites you to relax, notice your surroundings, and enjoy nature in a new way. It’s less about hiking and more about slowing down, breathing deep, and letting the forest recharge you. Forest Bathing originated in Japan where it is called Shinrin-Yoku. This practice has been scientifically proven to boost immunity and mental strength as well as offering us the opportunity to deepen our relationship with the natural world.
?: 05:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Poetry Hike
Host: Utah Humanities In the Wild
Info: Join Utah Humanities In The Wild for a poetry hike on Saturday. Join us for a beginner-friendly nature walk stopping along the way to hear poetry. Participants will have to opportunity to share as well if they'd like. Out and back less than 2 miles. Meet at the ACTIVITY HUB Flag in front of the GOAL/TFNU booths.
?: 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Fireside Storytelling
Host: WSU Storytelling Festival
Info: Family friendly storytelling around the firepits on Saturday hosted by WSU Storytelling Festival. Meet at the ACTIVITY Hub Flag in front of the GOAL/TFNU booths.
?: 07:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Spooky Story Lantern Walk
Host: WSU Storytelling Festival
Info: Join WSU Storytelling on Saturday for a beginner-friendly nature walk by lantern while they tell spooky stories. Ages 10 and up are recommended. Lanterns will be provided but flashlights are encouraged if you have one. Meet at the Activity Hub Flag in front of the GOAL/TFNU booths
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
North Fork Park, North Fork Park Road, Eden, United States
USD 3.62 to USD 6.24
