Liberty, Utah

The town of Liberty was named after an early settler in the mid-1800's remarked that both cattle and people took "full liberty" in the area. Liberty was settled more gradually than Eden and the area remained a farming and ranching community for many years. Today, just over 900 residents call Liberty home and though the area still clings to its farming and ranching roots, it has in recent years developed into a recreational community. It's wide open spaces and large lots make Liberty ideal for those seek horse properties. A gateway to the many outdoor hotspots in Ogden Valley, Liberty is also an ideal location for those that enjoy hiking, fishing, camping, and being readily immersed into nature. From Liberty, Nordic Valley Ski Area is about five minutes away, Powder Mountain is a short 25-minute drive east, and Snowbasin is roughly 30 minutes down south. In addition, Pineview Reservoir is within a 20-minute drive, and Liberty residents have quick access to North Ogden, Utah via the North Ogden Pass. Liberty is also home to a rodeo arena and the North Fork Park, a popular area for camping and backpacking in the summer and cross-country skiing and snow skating in the winter.