Drive the Antelope Island Causeway
Spot roaming bison herds and enjoy the glassy reflections of the Great Salt Lake against the snow-capped Promontory Mountains.
Itinerary tips
- 1Plan for at least three to four hours to account for the seven-mile causeway drive and exploration of the Fielding Garr Ranch.
- 2Pay the park entrance fee at the mainland gatehouse, which covers your vehicle and all passengers for the day.
- 3Pack a high-quality camera and binoculars to safely observe the bison, pronghorn, and bighorn sheep from your car or the roadside.
- 4Bring strong insect repellent if visiting between April and July to mitigate the presence of aggressive biting gnats.
- 5Download offline maps before leaving Salt Lake City, as cell service becomes unreliable once you cross onto the island.
- 6Stop at the Visitor Center immediately after the causeway to check current wildlife sighting locations and trail conditions.
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