The Trek Details
The Trek in a snapshot
Antelope Island State Park – Northern Utah
Antelope Island State Park
Allowed on leash
Yes. There are entrance fees into the state park
Yes. At the picnic area
Not allowed
Very visible trail. Popular trail
Views of Antelope Island, Picnic Area, Great Salt Lake
Bring a bottle of water
Spring, fall – summer has many gnats and flies
1 mile roundtrip
1+ hour
4530 ft
4785 ft
255 ft
Trailhead and Picnic Area: 41.03275, -112.2566
Buffalo Point: 41.0329, -112.26345
The Trail
Follow along on our adventure then go out on your own!
Buffalo point offers a picnic area right at the parking lot and a trail to the Buffalo Point.
The picnic area is the perfect place to eat lunch or dinner. The wooden deck is raised off the ground and offers amazing views of both Bridger Bay and the White Rock bay areas.
There are bathrooms located to the north side of the picnic area and there are viewing scopes to the south of the picnic area
There are usually a few cars parked and you will most likely see other hikers. The area was once home to a small grill where they would serve up buffalo and beef burgers, but now the restaurant has since moved to the Bridger Bay Beach area and Buffalo point is now a self guided tour and picnic area.
Buffalo Point Hike:
On the north end of the picnic area you will see a trail to the west of the bathrooms that leads to Buffalo Point.
The trail leads west for about .45 miles and you will come to the Buffalo Point. There are a few side trails but the main path is very clear and easy to follow.
This is a great hike to do after or before you eat lunch and will provide even more amazing views of both the bays. I love coming out here close to sunset.
Personal Thoughts
The views of the island make the drive to Buffalo Point worth it. It is a pleasant area to sit and enjoy a meal and relax in a peaceful place.
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