Benson, UT

    Benson, UT

    • Settled:  In 1870 by the Charles Reese and Israel J. Clark families from Logan 
    • Origin of Name: Named in honor of Ezra T. Benson a Presiding Elder in the Mormon church
    • Notable Features:  Located on the banks of Bear River, the area is well known for its aquatic recreation, including fishing, boating and hunting of wild fowl; also has a marina; Darry’s Appliance established a tongue-in-cheek reputation of being in “beautiful down-town Benson,” as far as the general public knew, the store consisted of “downtown Benson” in its entirety
    • Location: 5.9 miles (10 minutes) west of Logan on Hwy 30 W
    • Population 2023: 1,863

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