Great Salt Lake State Park is one of the easiest ways to visit the Great Salt Lake's shore. Facilities are very basic. Do not expect a typical "park" with lots of trails and shade. The park is primarily a maria and access point to the Great Salt Lake.
Get in
[edit]The park is about 20 minutes west of Salt Lake City, and is located just off I-80.
Fees and permits
[edit]Vehicles up to 8 people are charged a $10 entrance fee. There is a $2 entry fee for bicyclists. Utah's Annual State Parks Day Use Pass will cover entry to this park.
Get around
[edit]The park itself is small and can be explored on foot once inside.
See
[edit]See the shores of the Great Salt Lake. Look north toward Antelope Island, or west to catch a sunset over the water. Large numbers of birds can be seen, especially during migratory seasons in the spring and fall.
The nearby Saltair Resort can be seen from the park.
Do
[edit]- Rent a boat from the Great Salt Lake Marina. Launch your own boat from the boat launch.
- Bring a bathing suit and float in one of the saltiest bodies of water on Earth.
- Visit the Visitor Center to learn more about the history, geology, and ecology of the lake.
- Reserve a seat on a boat tour of the lake.
Buy
[edit]Souveniers are available in the Visitors Center.
Eat & Drink
[edit]A limited selection of snacks and beverages are available at the Visitors Center.
Sleep
[edit]Camping
[edit]A small campground is available near the visitors center.
Backcountry
[edit]Two primitive beach sites are available.
Stay safe
[edit]Go next
[edit]Salt Lake City is 20 miles to the east.