Antelope Island State Park is located in Utah, USA. It lies between the Great Salt Lake and the Wasatch Mountains and is situated on the largest island in the Great Salt Lake. The park is famous for its wild bison, wide open views, hiking trails, and beautiful sunsets.
Antelope Island State Park Location Map,Syracuse, Utah
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Top Attractions Inside Antelope Island State Park
- Buffalo Point 鈥� A short hike leading to panoramic views of the Great Salt Lake.
- Bridger Bay Beach 鈥� Popular sandy shoreline for swimming, sunbathing, and lake views.
- Frary Peak 鈥� The highest point on the island, offering sweeping mountain and lake vistas.
- Fielding Garr Ranch 鈥� Historic 1840s ranch showcasing early pioneer life and island history.
- Bison & Wildlife Viewing 鈥� 青青草视频 to a free-roaming bison herd, pronghorn, coyotes, and diverse birdlife.
- Ladyfinger Point 鈥� A scenic spot for birdwatching, photography, and sunset views.
- Mountain View Trail 鈥� Easy multi-use trail with long, open views of the lake and wildlife.
Antelope Island State Park Facts
| Official Name | Antelope Island State Park |
| Location | Great Salt Lake, Davis County 鈥� accessed via causeway from Syracuse, Utah, USA |
| Latitude & Longitude (approx.) | 40.97掳 N, 112.13掳 W |
| Total Area | 109 km虏 (鈮� 42 square miles; 28,000鈥�28,500 acres) :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2} |
| Island Dimensions | Approx. 15 miles long and 7 miles wide at widest point :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3} |
| Elevation Range | From 4,200 ft (shore) up to 6,596 ft (peak: Frary Peak) :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5} |
| Established / Became State Park | 1969 (northern portion), full island acquired by the state in 1981; Antelope Island State Park established under the state park system :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6} |
| Managed By | Utah State Parks / Utah Division of Parks & Recreation :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8} |
| Region | Great Salt Lake region, Davis County / Wasatch Front area, Northern Utah |
| Access / Address | Via 7-mile causeway from Syracuse, Utah 鈥� Mailing Address: 4528 W. 1700 S., Syracuse, UT 84075, USA :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9} |
| Time Zone | Mountain Time (MT / MST) 鈥� UTC鈭�7 (no DST in some areas, but generally MT) |
| Theme / Concept | Protected natural island reserve 鈥� wildlife refuge, Great Salt Lake shoreline, desert & lake-shore ecosystems, recreation & conservation |
| Main Sections / Features | Beaches & shoreline (e.g. Bridger Bay, Buffalo Point, White Rock Bay), Historic Fielding Garr Ranch, hiking & biking trails (including Frary Peak trail), primitive campsites, picnic and day-use areas, marina & lake access, open rangelands |
| Famous Features / Highlights | Free-roaming wildlife (bison herd, pronghorn antelope, mule deer, bighorn sheep, coyotes, many bird species), scenic Great Salt Lake & mountain views, dark-sky stargazing, historic ranch house, salt-lake shoreline beaches & wetlands |
| Wildlife Highlights | Herd of 550鈥�700 American bison (buffalo) 鈥� one of the oldest publicly owned herds in USA; also pronghorn antelope, mule deer, bighorn sheep, coyotes, bobcats, many bird species & waterfowl :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11} |
| Activities / Recreational Use | Hiking 鈥� Mountain biking 鈥� Horseback riding 鈥� Wildlife viewing / birding 鈥� Swimming (in Great Salt Lake) / beach use 鈥� Camping (primitive) 鈥� Picnicking 鈥� Boating / paddling / marina use 鈥� Scenic drives & sunset lookout 鈥� Stargazing / night-sky watching :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12} |
| Visitor / Entry Info | Park open daily (typically gates open 6:00 am) 鈥� entrance fees apply: e.g. $15 per vehicle (up to 8 people); lower for seniors, motorcycles, cyclists/pedestrians; alternative entry fees for groups & bus tours (fees subject to change) :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13} |
| Best Time to Visit / Notes | Spring through fall for hiking, wildlife viewing and lake/beach activities; summer for swimming & boating; winter also accessible, though conditions may vary. For wildlife (bison, birds) 鈥� dawn/dusk often best. Note: Great Salt Lake water is very salty (floating swimming), and insects (gnats / flies) may appear in warm months. :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14} |
| Official Website / Info Source | https://stateparks.utah.gov/parks/antelope-island/ (Utah State Parks) :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15} |
Distances from Antelope Island State Park to Nearby Landmarks
- Salt Lake City Downtown 鈥� 55 km (34 mi)
- Salt Lake City International Airport 鈥� 50 km (31 mi)
- Great Salt Lake Marina 鈥� 5 km (3.1 mi)
- Brigham City, UT 鈥� 80 km (50 mi)
- Layton, UT 鈥� 65 km (40 mi)
- Davis County 鈥� 60 km (37 mi)
- Ogden, UT 鈥� 85 km (53 mi)
- Snowbasin Resort 鈥� 95 km (59 mi)
- Antelope Island Causeway 鈥� 3 km (1.9 mi)
- Promontory Point 鈥� 90 km (56 mi)
- Farmington, UT 鈥� 60 km (37 mi)
- Weber State University, Ogden 鈥� 85 km (53 mi)
- Bonneville Salt Flats 鈥� 155 km (96 mi)
- Salt Lake Temple / Temple Square 鈥� 55 km (34 mi)
- University of Utah 鈥� 55 km (34 mi)
- Jordan River Parkway 鈥� 50 km (31 mi)
- Point of the Mountain 鈥� 75 km (47 mi)
- Utah Olympic Park, Park City 鈥� 105 km (65 mi)
- Park City, UT 鈥� 110 km (68 mi)
- Antelope Island Visitors Center 鈥� 2 km (1.2 mi)
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