Buffalo Point sunset on Antelope Island

Davis County, Utah

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0.4 miles

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Out-and-Back

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This is a easy hike which leads to great views of the Great Salt Lake and has a stunning sunset.

Pretty simple and straightforward hike up to Buffalo Point. You park at the parking lot right before the trail starts, where there are bathrooms and a small cafe to eat some grub. The hike itself is only .4 miles and is pretty simple, even though there is some elevation gain. When at the top, there are many rocks to climb to get amazing views of the Great Salt Lake and the sunset. Do not forget to stay on the trail be wary of snakes and to not disturb the buffalo, who can often times block roads and trails.

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