Antelope Island State Park - Utah

Address:4528 West 1700 South
Syracuse, Utah
Tel: (801) 773-2941

Antelope Island is the largest of 10 islands in the Great Salt Lake and can be reached by boat or causeway. The recreational activities here are largely lake-based, with beautiful white sandy beaches and fresh salty air making the perfect environment for sunning and sailing. Most interesting though, is the presence of pronghorn antelope, bighorn sheep, and 600 American bison here that roam the island plains. The park holds an annual bison roundup where visitors can get up close and personal with the buffalo and learn techniques for ranching. Primitive camping and concessions are available for visitors who want to extend their stay on this unique island park.

Rich in scenic beauty and natural features, Antelope Island is the perfect place to view the Great Salt Lake and experience the vast solitude of the Great Basin. The largest of the Great Salt Lake's 10 islands, Antelope Island is part of the Utah State Park System. Visitors can reach the park by boat or via a causeway reopened in 1992 after being submerged for a decade by record-high lake levels. Recreational opportunities abound. White sand beaches beckon to sunbathers and picnickers. Hiking trails attract those looking for new and unique experiences. A sailboat marina lends a maritime atmosphere to island activities. Bicyclers enjoy the experience of riding out on the causeway in the invigorating salt air to explore the island. Campers come to watch beautiful sunrises and sunsets in seclusion found only minutes away from their urban homes.