Ogden

Ogden is a city in Weber County, Utah, United States, located at the northern end of the Wasatch Front along the Weber River, east of the Great Salt Lake. It is the county seat and one of the state’s larger urban centers. The city was named after Peter Skene Ogden, a Hudson’s Bay Company fur trader who explored the region in the 1820s.

Historically, Ogden grew as a railroad hub in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, becoming a key junction for transcontinental and western lines. Union Station, completed in 1911, remains a symbol of its rail heritage. The area developed around transportation, manufacturing, and agriculture, and today it remains a regional center for commerce and culture. The city is home to Weber State University, and Hill Air Force Base lies to the north in nearby communities, contributing to the local economy.

Geographically, Ogden sits in a valley framed by the Wasatch Range, offering access to outdoor recreation such as skiing and mountain activities. The economy is diverse, with sectors including manufacturing, transportation, health care, education, and tourism. Revitalization efforts have focused on the historic downtown and riverfront areas, blending cultural amenities with neighborhood redevelopment.

Other uses of the name Ogden include the surname and several places in the United States, such as Ogden, New York, a town in Monroe County. Notable individuals with the surname include poet Ogden Nash and explorer Peter Skene Ogden, among others.